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CommonSpirit Health

Specimen Processor

Redding, CA · On-site

$17.50 - $20.25/hr

Every day you will oversee specimen flow (receipt, processing, storage, dispatch) adhering to protocols. You will troubleshoot, manage supplies/documentation, train staff on handling, ensure ...

United Westlabs

Specimen Processor

Northridge, CA · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Quickly and accurately, process specimen requisitions, carefully insuring that all relevant information is accurate and all tests requested are ordered. 2. Correctly ...

Sutter Health

Specimen Processor

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$25.86 - $32.32/hr

Performs duties primarily related to receiving, handling and processing specimens for Laboratory ... Rotating Weekends Benefits: No Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 0 Employee ...

Intellectt INC

Specimen Processor

San Diego, CA · On-site

$17.50 - $20.25/hr

Process stock transfers and material requests * Follow provided control procedures to complete tasks * Other tasks as assigned * Complete Shipping & Receiving execution tasks if applicable * Timely ...

Imh

$19.29 - $24.37/hr

Specimen Processing * Participation in special projects * Other laboratory responsibilities as required by site or assigned by the team or department leader. * This position requires organizational ...

Quest Diagnostics

Specimen Technician I

West Hills, CA · On-site

$17.47/hr

Quest Diagnostics is recruiting for specimen processors/ lab assistants to join our team! Pay range ... Must have flexibility, majority of work on the nightshift, but based on staffing needs weekends ...

Quest Diagnostics

Specimen Technician I

West Hills, CA · On-site

$17.47/hr

Quest Diagnostics is recruiting for specimen processors/ lab assistants to join our team! Pay range ... Must have flexibility, majority of work on the nightshift, but based on staffing needs weekends ...

Quest Diagnostics

Specimen Technician I

West Hills, CA · On-site

$17.47/hr

Quest Diagnostics is recruiting for specimen processors/ lab assistants to join our team! Pay range ... Must have flexibility, majority of work on the nightshift, but based on staffing needs weekends ...

Bannerhealth

Specimen Prep Technician

Sonora, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $19.75/hr

This position reports to Specimen Processing Supervisor, and takes direction from Senior Specimen Preparation Technicians, and Specimen Preparation Coordinators. SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY Departmental ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Specimen Processor vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectWeekend Specimen Processor
CertificationsTypically none required; some labs prefer phlebotomy or processing certifications
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting, processing specimens during weekends
Job DutiesPreparing, labeling, and sorting specimens; ensuring proper storage

While both roles work in laboratory environments, Weekend Specimen Processors focus on specimen preparation during weekends, often with minimal certifications. Laboratory Technicians have broader responsibilities, including testing and analysis, and usually require formal certifications. The roles differ mainly in scope and schedule, but both are essential in lab operations.

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Specimen Processor

Specimen Processor

CommonSpirit Health

Redding, CA • On-site

$17.50 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

CommonSpirit Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 506 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

403rd of 872 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Specimen Management Coordinator, you will precisely and efficiently manage patient specimens from collection to testing. Your oversight ensures specimen integrity, accurate diagnostics, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
Every day you will oversee specimen flow (receipt, processing, storage, dispatch) adhering to protocols. You will troubleshoot, manage supplies/documentation, train staff on handling, ensure compliance, and participate in quality improvement. You'll serve as a liaison between collection sites, labs, and clinical staff.
To be successful, you will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and comprehensive specimen management knowledge. Problem-solving, excellent communication, and an unwavering commitment to accuracy, safety, and compliance are essential.

  • Processes samples for testing which includes distributing specimens to appropriate sections of the laboratory for analysis and preparing samples for reference laboratory testing according to departmental standards
  • Transports and processes pre-surgical and surgical specimens from the OR according to departmental standards; Maintains surgery schedules and notifies Pathologist of early surgical cases requiring frozen section
  • Maintains processing supplies to ensure supplies are kept fully stocked
  • Performs computer entry for patient tests and updates patient information accurately and efficiently in the LIS
  • Performs clerical duties which includes receiving and routing mail, answering the phone and greeting customers
  • Investigates and maintains reference test result reports according to departmental standards

Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality .Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire.  This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.

Job Requirements

Required

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Completion of CA state approved Phlebotomy license program
  • One year of recent work experience as a phlebotomist in an acute care laboratory setting
  • Phlebotomist: CA
  • Basic Life Support - BLS through an American Heart Association Provider 


Preferred

  • Associate Of Arts degree in related field 
  • Documented experience as a Specimen Processor in a healthcare setting 
Where You'll Work

Mercy Medical Center Redding offers comprehensive health care to nearly 300,000 residents in a six-county region. It is one of only two Level II trauma centers, the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the only Joint Commission-certified Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center north of Sacramento north of Sacramento. Mercy Medical Center Redding is a 266-bed regional medical center providing inpatient and outpatient services as well as specialized cardiovascular care, stroke care, orthopedics, neurological surgery, comprehensive cancer care, maternity care, and a robust robotic surgery program. In addition, the hospital’s network of care includes Mercy Home Health and Hospice and Dignity Health Connected Living. 

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Qualifications:

Required

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Completion of CA state approved Phlebotomy license program
  • One year of recent work experience as a phlebotomist in an acute care laboratory setting
  • Phlebotomist: CA
  • Basic Life Support - BLS through an American Heart Association Provider 


Preferred

  • Associate Of Arts degree in related field 
  • Documented experience as a Specimen Processor in a healthcare setting 
Employment Type: Full Time

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