Specimen Accessioner- Full Time- 3rd Shift
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Introduce and prepare biological specimens to the laboratory, verifying patient demographics against requisition forms and entering data into the computer system. Unpack and route specimens to staging areas, pack and ship samples to testing facilities, and properly store excess specimens while resolving and documenting problem samples. Operate automated instrumentation under supervision as needed to meet production metrics and quality measures. This role requires working the 3rd shift, Monday through Friday from 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM, with rotating Saturday shifts. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and possess strong computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle human biological specimens including blood, urine, and tissue.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Proficient computer and typing skills
- Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
- Comfortable handling human biological specimens including blood, urine and tissue samples
- Ability to lift up to 30lbs, work in protective equipment and sit/stand for long periods of time
- Strong eye hand coordination in order to accurately identify specimens by touch and sight
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- High level of attention to detail with the ability to problem solve
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
- Current or prior Labcorp experience 1 year or more of experience in the healthcare industry, such as a physician's office, clinic or hospital
- 1 year of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment
- 1 year or more of experience in a medical/clinical laboratory experience
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