Specimen Processor

Job description

Job Title: Specimen ProcessorJob Description
Under the direction of department leadership, perform clerical and technical lab duties with precision and efficiency.

Exceed customer expectations by providing high-quality service.

Take initiative within the scope of the role and strive to improve work processes based on laboratory and client needs.

Understand the importance of daily tasks and their impact on patients and providers in delivering lifesaving diagnostic services.
Responsibilities

+ Understand and comply with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.

+ Support leadership during audits as needed.

+ Ship, receive, and track packages and specimens while maintaining sample integrity.

+ Receive, classify, and process specimens accurately and promptly.

+ Inspect specimens and paperwork for accuracy and acceptability.

+ Maintain sample identity and store samples at appropriate temperatures.

+ Accurately perform data entry functions using appropriate systems.

+ Proofread work for content, spelling, accuracy, and format.

+ Prepare samples for laboratory testing as required.

+ Perform reagent preparation and routine equipment maintenance and calibration.

+ Identify and document sample issues or discrepancies and resolve them with clients.

+ Respond to telephone calls and email requests professionally.

+ Research and resolve customer issues promptly.

+ Provide exemplary customer service using written and verbal communication skills.

+ Maintain organization of departmental records.

+ Support the maintenance of reagent and supply inventory.

+ Work weekend and holiday rotations as scheduled.

+ Train others on job tasks as assigned.

+ Maintain all competencies and continuing education credits.

+ Perform duties in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in laboratory, specimen processing, and sample handling.

+ Phlebotomy certification or experience in specimen collection and labeling.

+ Skills in accessioning, packaging, and sample handling.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High School diploma with 6+ months of production or healthcare experience, or

+ Associate's degree in life science with retail/serving/fast-paced experience, or

+ Bachelor's degree in a science-related field.

+ Nice to have: Phlebotomy, processing, or healthcare experience.

Work Environment
Work in a night shift sample management position from Saturday through Tuesday or Friday through Monday, 8:00 pm to 6:30 am, with rotating holidays.

The position is in a testing lab serving multiple regions.

Dress code requires scrubs or business casual with long pants and comfortable, clean, closed-toe shoes.

Equipment includes centrifuges, freezers, refrigerators, pH meters, and microscopes.

Overtime is unlikely, but additional hours can be added if desired.

Benefits include PTO, medical, vision, dental, 401k, and tuition reimbursement.

The company provides resources for learning and career advancement opportunities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $21.31/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 Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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