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Specimen Control Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Specimen Processing - Microbiology

Durham, NC ยท On-site

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

Perform various quality control, safety, and infection control procedures to maintain compliance ... Clinical Technician II Alternatively, an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or ...

Specimen Technician

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. * Execute tasks ... Quality Control. Qualification And Education: * High School Diploma or GED. Physical Requirements ...

Specimen Processing - Microbiology

Durham, NC ยท On-site

$14.25 - $16.25/hr

Perform various quality control, safety, and infection control procedures to maintain compliance ... Clinical Technician II โ€ข Alternatively, an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or ...

Specimen Processing - Microbiology

Durham, NC ยท On-site

$14.25 - $16.25/hr

Perform various quality control, safety, and infection control procedures to maintain compliance ... Clinical Technician II โ€ข Alternatively, an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or ...

Specimen Processing - Microbiology

Durham, NC ยท On-site

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

Perform various quality control, safety, and infection control procedures to maintain compliance ... Clinical Technician II Alternatively, an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or ...

Analyst II or III or IV

Tacoma, WA ยท On-site

$25.75 - $34.50/hr

Quality Control Technician: Analyst II or III or IV Location: Facility Department/ Business Lab ... specimen validity testing and other testing as dictated by client demand and growth. These include ...

Phlebotomy Workflow Coordinator

Dayton, OH ยท On-site

$17.50 - $23/hr

The MVH Workflow Coordinator works with laboratory leadership to coordinate the daily workflow of the MVH Specimen Control Department. Duties include, but are not limited to, the coordination of ...

Lab Specimen Processor

Rockford, IL

$16.50 - $19/hr

Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) preferred. * Process patient laboratory specimens ... Organizes and maintains accurately necessary quality control records. * Performs assigned patient ...

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Infographic showing various Specimen Control Technician job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 7% Full Time, 82% Part Time, 6% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,885 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Specimen Management Technician - Referral Lab

Charlottesville, VA โ€ข On-site

$18.37 - $28.47/hr

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Posted 9 days ago


Job description

In a healthcare system where many clinical decisions are driven by laboratory data, this role is a critical force behind timely , accurate diagnosis. As a Specimen Management Technician within the Referral Lab, you are the essential link connecting patients, providers, and advanced diagnostic testing happening across the country.
This is a high-impact, operationally vital position supporting specialized testing including genetics, oncology, and complex diagnostics that extend beyond in-house laboratory capabilities. If you are detail-driven, thrive in structured environments, and want your work to directly support life-changing clinical decisions, this role offers both purpose and stability in a collaborative setting.
The Role
As a Specimen Management Technician, you will operate at the center of a fast-paced referral laboratory, ensuring that critical specimens move seamlessly from collection to result reporting. You will balance precision, urgency, and communication while managing a high volume of send-out testing across multiple reference laboratories.
On a typical day, you will:

  • Review incoming emails, voicemails, and specimen queues to prioritize time-sensitive work
  • Prepare and package a wide variety of specimens including blood, tissue, plasma, slides, and bone marrow
  • Ensure compliance with complex, lab-specific shipping requirements including temperature control and dry ice handling
  • Track outgoing specimens and confirm receipt and result turnaround
  • Process incoming results through automated EMR integration or manual Epic entry when necessary
  • Communicate directly with providers to resolve missing information, clarify test requirements, and support ordering workflows
  • Maintain detailed logs, binders, and tracking systems to ensure full specimen accountability
  • Close out the day with follow-ups, issue resolution, and clear handoffs to maintain continuity

Why UVA Health
UVA Health is an integrated academic health system recognized for advancing patient care through innovation, research, and clinical excellence.
As part of the laboratory and pathology team, you are directly contributing to a system where cutting-edge diagnostics and collaboration with physicians and researchers are part of everyday work.
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization while gaining exposure to specialized and advanced testing workflows.
  • Academic Medical Center Excellence
  • Work within a nationally recognized health system that includes a Level I trauma center and an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
  • Contribute to diagnostic processes that support leading-edge care in oncology, genomics, and specialized medicine
  • Meaningful Impact on Patient Care
  • Laboratory testing informs many clinical decisions, making your work foundational to treatment and diagnosis
  • Serve as a key operational link ensuring accurate , timely results that providers depend on
  • Specialized Laboratory Exposure
  • Engage with complex send-out testing across a wide network of reference laboratories
  • Build expertise in specimen handling, logistics , and advanced diagnostic workflows
  • Supportive, Team-Oriented Environment
  • Small, close-knit team with direct access to leadership
  • Collaborative culture that values communication, reliability, and continuous learning
  • Professional Growth and Stability
  • Structured training and onboarding with clear performance milestones
  • Opportunities to contribute to process improvement and workflow optimization
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Day shift schedule
  • No weekends
  • No holiday shifts

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
W hy People Love Living in Charlottesville
Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life, combining the energy of a vibrant university town with the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Residents enjoy access to hiking, wineries, and outdoor recreation alongside a thriving food and arts scene, including a nationally recognized downtown pedestrian mall. With a strong sense of community, highly rated schools, and a balance of urban and rural living options, the area provides an ideal setting for healthcare professionals seeking both career fulfillment and personal well-being.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
Experience: No experience required
Licensure: None required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires sitting, standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer data entry. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, heat, cold, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $18.37 - $28.47 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
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Clinical Technician-T1
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