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Weekend Specimen Processor Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

King's Daughters

Specimen Processor

Campus, IL

$16 - $18.50/hr

Job Summary Responsible for providing general specimen processing and clerical support for Laboratory Services. Ensures accurate handling and documentation of laboratory specimens. Coordinates ...

Actalent

Specimen Processor

Itasca, IL

$18 - $19/hr

Urgent hiring for "Specimen Processor" in Itasca, Illinois, ! *Must be located closer to Itasca, Illinois, * * Introduce and prepare biological specimens to the laboratory to ensure accurate ...

Posted today

Labcorp

Laboratory Specimen Processor

Itasca, IL · On-site

$17.75 - $18.50/hr

Monday - Friday 6:00pm - 2:30am (rotating weekends). Job Responsibilities * Receive and sort ... more of specimen processing experience * 3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience ...

Labcorp

Laboratory Specimen Processor

Itasca, IL · On-site

$17.75 - $18.50/hr

Monday - Friday 6:00pm - 2:30am (rotating weekends). Job Responsibilities * Receive and sort ... more of specimen processing experience * 3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience ...

Quest Diagnostics

Specimen Technician III

Wood Dale, IL · On-site

$18.39/hr

Specimen Technician III - Wood Dale, IL, Tuesday to Saturday, 1:00 AM to 9:30 AM This position has ... Microbiology processing, Frozen splits, Send outs, Cytology processing, irreplaceable specimens ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Specimen Technician

Winfield, IL · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Experience in processing is required. * FLU vaccine required. * HOSPITAL CREDENTIALS ALSO REQUIRED. Responsibilities: * Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.

CYNET SYSTEMS

Specimen Technician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$12 - $17/hr

Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. * Conduct data entry tasks with a required speed of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour. * Handle A-station, presort ...

Actalent

Specimen Accessioner

Itasca, IL

$18 - $19/hr

Immediate hiring for "Specimen Processor" in Itasca, Illinois, ! *Must be located closer to Itasca, Illinois, * * Introduce and prepare biological specimens to the laboratory to ensure accurate ...

Posted today

Quest Diagnostics

Specimen Technician I

Wood Dale, IL · On-site

$18.50/hr

... weekends Do you have strong organization skills and attention to detail? Are you looking to join a ... Quest Diagnostics is recruiting for specimen processors/ lab assistants to join our team! Pay range ...

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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

King's Daughters

Campus, IL

$16 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

King's Daughters Health System rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

672nd of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description

At UK King's Daughters, we're not just a healthcare facility - we're a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We're more than just a place to work; we're a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for providing general specimen processing and clerical support for Laboratory Services. Ensures accurate handling and documentation of laboratory specimens. Coordinates administrative tasks to maintain efficient workflow. Supports laboratory staff with routine operational duties. Maintains organization and compliance with departmental procedures.


Essential Functions

Answers phone calls in a timely and courteous manner.

Contacts ordering facilities and patients for sample recollection as needed.

Processes and accessions blood, tissue, and body fluid specimens.

Centrifuges specimens and manages automated instrumentation.

Loads and unloads samples from laboratory equipment.

Reviews and reconciles pending logs and investigates discrepancies.

Performs clerical and processing duties as assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned.


Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent experience


Experience Requirement

0-1 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area


An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.


Certifications & Licensures

N/A


Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 1. Never

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A


Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds, occasional risk of back injury from moving or lifting equipment or materials, occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job, and intermittent exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.


Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department:

Laboratory Services

Shift:

Flex (United States of America)

Time Type:

Full time

Address:

2201 Lexington Avenue

City, State:

Ashland, Kentucky

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