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Laboratory Corporation of America Hospital Reference Test Clerk in Itasca, Illinois
Are you organized, accountable, and have always gone the extra mile to make sure things are done right? Imagine the impact those skills can have in ensuring the accuracy of millions of healthcare tests, every month. If you share our passion for strengthening physician care, please apply for the Specimen Processing Specialist position!
LabCorp is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join their Specimen Processing and Accessioning team in Itasca, IL. The Specimen Processing Specialist will be responsible for 3 primary components including specimen accessioning, sample splitting/sorting and data entry.
The schedule for this position will be: Monday-Friday 5pm-1:30am, Every other Saturday 5pm-11pm, Hours will vary based on hospital coverage needsMonday-Friday 5pm-1:30am, Every other Saturday 5pm-11pm, Hours will vary based on hospital coverage needs.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
Routes specimens by type to various staging areas or designated department
Spin samples, pour urine tubes, and create frozen samples
Pick up and deliver samples to clients/hospitals
Unpack and route specimen to their respective staging areas
Accurately identify and label specimens
Pack and ship specimen to proper testing facilities
Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples
Process all necessary paperwork to process and submit specimen
Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
Perform audits in order to resolve any outstanding issues
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
1 year of medical/clinical laboratory experience is preferred
Comfortable handling biological specimens
Ability to accurately identify specimens
Experience working in a team environment
Strong data entry and organizational skills
High level of attention to detail
Proficient in MS Office
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Able to pass a standardized color blind test
If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!
Shift
2
Schedule
Monday-Friday 5pm-1:30am, Every other Saturday 5pm-11pm, Hours will vary based on hospital coverage needs
As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.