Lab Specimen Processor- Full Time Day Shift

The Specimen Processing Clerk plays a key role in supporting high-volume laboratory operations by receiving, processing, and routing specimens. This entry-level position focuses on accurately handling samples, loading them onto the automation line, registering specimens in laboratory information systems, and providing phone-based customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

Receive and process incoming laboratory specimens in a timely and accurate manner.

Register specimens in laboratory information systems, including EMD and Sunquest, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.

Answer incoming phone calls and provide professional, courteous customer service support.

Participate in daily endorsements and follow-ups to maintain smooth handoffs between shifts and team members.

Perform data entry and specimen accessioning tasks with precision in a high-volume environment.

Collaborate with team members to support efficient, high-throughput laboratory workflows.

Entry-level experience acceptable; prior specimen processing or laboratory support experience preferred but not required.

Strong attention to detail when handling specimens, paperwork, and data entry tasks.

Customer service skills, including clear communication and professional phone etiquette.

Willingness and ability to quickly learn laboratory information systems, with EMD and Sunquest experience preferred.

Competence in data entry and specimen accessioning.

Reliability and flexibility to work rotating weekends and holidays.

Current enrollment in, or interest in, science or laboratory-related fields is common and beneficial.

Familiarity with specimen processing workflows in a clinical or laboratory setting.

Comfort working with automation lines and related laboratory equipment.

This is a full-time role in a high-volume laboratory environment that relies on automation lines and laboratory information systems such as EMD and Sunquest. The schedule includes rotating weekends and holidays, with a particular need for coverage on weekend mornings and afternoons. Variable shifts are available, with primary shift times including an AM shift from 5:00 a.m. and PM shifts starting at 1:30 p.m., Flexibility to work different shifts and adapt to schedule changes is important. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whittier, CA.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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