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Job Title: Specimen ProcessorJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Specimen Processor to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for processing and storing specimens according to established procedures. You will demonstrate techniques using centrifuges and pipettes, fully understand physicians' orders, and ensure accuracy in matching laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Your duties will also include labeling, splitting, and freezing specimens as required by test orders, packaging specimens for transport, and maintaining specimen integrity according to protocol.

Responsibilities

+ Experience in specimen processing, including centrifuging specimens and recording maintenance data.

+ Decontaminate and update patient information.

+ Process and store specimens, such as urine or fecal, according to established procedures.

+ Demonstrate techniques using centrifuges and pipettes.

+ Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.

+ Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.

+ Check all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.

+ Package specimens for transport and store them at the required temperature.

+ Place samples in appropriate collection containers/tubes and label them accurately.

+ Follow different procedures as outlined by specific protocols to maintain specimen integrity.

+ Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.

+ Attend annual department trainings.

+ Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Essential Skills

+ Specimen processing experience.

+ Proficiency in laboratory data entry.

+ Ability to troubleshoot and train.

+ Experience in accessioning.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Minimum of 6 months' work experience processing samples in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

+ High School Diploma or GED.

Work Environment

This position is based in an IOP, working alongside one or more phlebotomists. Your primary role will be processing specimens. This is a temporary position to cover an employee leave and will not transition to permanent. Responsibilities include entering doctor's orders into the computer system, verifying insurance, taking copays or payments, and preparing blood specimens for courier pick-up. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.