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Weekend Specimen Processor Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

... weekends Start a rewarding career in healthcare with Quest Diagnostics, where your work makes a real difference every day. As a Specimen Processor, you'll be a vital part of the laboratory team ...

... weekends Start a rewarding career in healthcare with Quest Diagnostics, where your work makes a real difference every day. As a Specimen Processor, you'll be a vital part of the laboratory team ...

... weekends Start a rewarding career in healthcare with Quest Diagnostics, where your work makes a real difference every day. As a Specimen Processor, you'll be a vital part of the laboratory team ...

... weekends Start a rewarding career in healthcare with Quest Diagnostics, where your work makes a real difference every day. As a Specimen Processor, you'll be a vital part of the laboratory team ...

... weekends Start a rewarding career in healthcare with Quest Diagnostics, where your work makes a real difference every day. As a Specimen Processor, you'll be a vital part of the laboratory team ...

Laboratory Specimen Processor Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly ...

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Laboratory Specimen Processor Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly ...

... 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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How much do weekend specimen processor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend specimen processor in Boston, MA is $19.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.26 and $19.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Infographic showing various Weekend Specimen Processor job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,713 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Specimen Processing Specialist - Pathology

Personal Genome Diagnostics

Boston, MA • On-site

$21.50 - $27.57/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Specimen Processor

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world's most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people's health around the world. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processor to join our team at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7am - 4:30pm

Job Responsibilities
  • Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
  • Responsible for slide filing, slide scanning, and block filing
  • Routes specimens by type to various staging areas or designated department
  • Spin samples, pour urine tubes, and create frozen samples
  • Pick up and deliver samples to clients/hospitals
  • Unpack and route specimen to their respective staging areas
  • Accurately identify and label specimens
  • Pack and ship specimen to proper testing facilities
  • Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples
  • Process all necessary paperwork to process and submit specimen
  • Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
  • Perform audits in order to resolve any outstanding issues
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
  • 3 months or more of specimen processing experience
  • 3 months or more of medical or laboratory experience
Additional Job Standards
  • Comfortability with handling biological specimens
  • Ability to accurately identify specimens
  • Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment
  • High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
  • Ability to work in a fast paced production environment and meet established turn-around times
  • Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
  • Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
  • Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
  • Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

At Labcorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference.

**Pay Range: $21.50 - $27.57 per hour

All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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