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Trident Care

Lab Dispatcher

Carrollton, TX · On-site

Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive ...

TridentCare

Lab Dispatcher

Horsham, PA

Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive ...

TridentCare

Lab Dispatcher

Horsham, PA · On-site

Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive ...

Trident Care

Lab Dispatcher

Horsham, PA · On-site

Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive ...

Trident Care

Lab Dispatcher

Columbus, OH · On-site

Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive ...

TridentCare

Lab Dispatcher

Carrollton, TX · On-site

Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive ...

TridentCare

Lab Dispatcher

Columbus, OH · On-site

Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive ...

TridentCare

Lab Dispatcher

Carrollton, TX · On-site

Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive ...

TridentCare

Lab Dispatcher

Columbus, OH

Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive ...

Trident Care

Lab Assistant

Irvine, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Whether a cooler is sent to the airport or a courier must be sent to a local reference lab, Dispatch must be notified for the transfer. * Regularly reviews in-house testing areas for completed ...

TridentCare

Lab Assistant

Irvine, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Whether a cooler is sent to the airport or a courier must be sent to a local reference lab, Dispatch must be notified for the transfer. * Regularly reviews in-house testing areas for completed ...

Trident Care

Lab Assistant

Irvine, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Whether a cooler is sent to the airport or a courier must be sent to a local reference lab, Dispatch must be notified for the transfer. * Regularly reviews in-house testing areas for completed ...

TridentCare

Lab Assistant

Irvine, CA · On-site

Whether a cooler is sent to the airport or a courier must be sent to a local reference lab, Dispatch must be notified for the transfer. * Regularly reviews in-house testing areas for completed ...

Bannerhealth

Dispatcher

Sonora, CA

Courier Svcs-Ref Lab Work Shift: Day Job Category: Supply Chain POSITION SUMMARY The dispatcher coordinates the schedules and activities of the couriers, multi-route drivers, and hospital messengers.

Intertek Global

Dispatcher

Plano, TX

$25 - $30/hr

Work directly with subcontractors to coordinate and schedule inspections Track field and lab ... Dispatching experience in the Construction Materials Testing industry is preferred Intertek: Total ...

Intertek

Dispatcher

Farmingdale, NY · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Work directly with subcontractors to coordinate and schedule inspections Track field and lab ... Dispatching experience in the Construction Materials Testing industry is preferred Intertek: Total ...

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How much do lab dispatcher jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab dispatcher in the United States is $22.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lab dispatcher?

A Lab Dispatcher coordinates the flow of lab work by managing the receipt, tracking, and distribution of specimens or test requests. They communicate with lab technicians, couriers, and healthcare providers to ensure timely processing. Responsibilities may include data entry, scheduling, and maintaining records to support lab efficiency. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this role.

What does a lab dispatcher do?

A typical day for a Lab Dispatcher involves receiving and prioritizing lab requests, assigning tasks or sample processing to technicians, and tracking the flow of specimens throughout the laboratory. Lab Dispatchers work closely with laboratory staff, couriers, and administrative teams to ensure timely and accurate sample handling and reporting. They may also handle communications with clients or healthcare providers regarding the status of tests and help troubleshoot any logistical issues that arise. This role is highly collaborative, as it requires ongoing coordination and clear communication with multiple departments to keep lab operations running smoothly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab dispatcher?

To thrive as a Lab Dispatcher, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with laboratory protocols, often supported by at least a high school diploma and experience in a laboratory or logistics setting. Proficiency in laboratory information management systems (LIMS), scheduling software, and inventory tracking tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this role. These qualities are vital for efficiently coordinating workflow, ensuring timely sample processing, and maintaining accurate records in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

What qualifications do I need to work in a lab dispatcher?

A lab dispatcher typically needs a high school diploma or equivalent, strong organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with scheduling and inventory management software. Some positions may require previous experience in a healthcare or laboratory environment.
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Infographic showing various Lab Dispatcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 13% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,823 per year, or $22 per hour.

Lab Dispatcher

Trident Care

Carrollton, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

TridentCare rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

498th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

This is a remote position.  Candidates must reside within 50 miles of office location at 3424 Midcourt Road, Suite 112, Carrollton, Texas 75006.   

Two shifts:

  • 1st shift: Thursday - Monday 6:00am - 2:30pm CST
  • 2nd shift: Friday - Tuesday 2:00pm - 10:30pm CST

Dispatcher Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Dispatches all orders for services to field service personnel within fifteen (15) minutes of order entry.

  • Job Requirement is to operate and utilize tools required to complete duties assigned: general computer use and operations, Nextel/Motorola/Blackberry operations and programming, general office skills necessary to complete assigned tasks, properly.
  • Control and oversee that cases are properly dispatched and completed, picked up and processed, according to all policies and procedures given.
  • Review, organize, and distribute all cases using common knowledge of coverage areas, properly utilizing the available on-duty scheduled Phlebotomists.
  • Ability to conduct full tracking skills and case follow-up of all assignments dispatched throughout the entire shift, on a daily basis. Must control full completion of all work assignments that are given, also providing assistance to assure completion, where needed, to provide excellent service to our facilities.
  • Completes preparation of multiple Phlebotomist’s daily work assignments (printout), and continues communication throughout the shift, tracking and possible re-routing, if necessary.
  • Work cooperatively and fully communicate verbally with Area/ Regional Phlebotomy Management, Logging area, Stat Tracking, Customer Service, Call Center, Redraw department and Courier services, to ensure case completion, throughout entire shift.
  • Lab Dispatcher will accommodate various facility special requests, honor high priority facility laboratory orders, expedite urgent cases conducting constant follow up, and maintain a positive attitude to connecting parties to insure excellent customer service is being provided.
  • Must be able to provide detailed written documentation of issues that occur, throughout the shift. It may be necessary to conduct mild investigations of situations, or conduct trouble shooting, or oversee an immediate handling of an unexpected problem. The Laboratory Dispatcher must do whatever it takes to provide productive and efficient lab services to satisfy our customers and facilities.
  • Notifies Dispatch Manager of any issues that are difficult to control, immediately.
  • Identifies and pursues self-improvement needs, adapt to changes when proposed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, help out when attendance issues arise within the office, maintaining positive attitude during crisis and engaging in daily teamwork with minimal encouragement. Dispatch is responsible for help in decreasing high levels of stress.
  • Full assistance of high-volume important phone calls, from our facilities, phlebotomists, in house calls requesting dispatch assistance, employees out-in-the-field allowing others to complete their tasks and handle their required duties, as well.

REQUIRED SKILLS: 

  1. High School Graduate or GED.
  2. Proficient to expert use of Microsoft Office software.
  3. Ability to communicate clearly, both in listening and confirming the message received, and in relaying clearly all necessary information to ensure effective response.
  4. Ability to focus on the task at-hand in a busy, call center environment

Work-From-Home Requirements:

  1. Must have private workspace, free from external sounds and distractions. Must meet safety checklist requirements.
  2. Must have high speed internet connection to support VoIP communications. Fiber or Cable is recommended. DSL and Satellite connections are not recommended.
  3. Must successfully pass TridentCare's Network Performance Test. Must have access to a PC that can run this test. (Not Chromebook).

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