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University of Michigan

Specimen Processor

Ann Arbor, MI

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

Specimen Processing and Handling: * Transport (pickup specimens from all inpatient units ... weekends and holidays. Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining ...

University of Michigan

Specimen Processor

Ann Arbor, MI

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

Specimen Processing and Handling: * Transport (pickup specimens from all inpatient units ... weekends and holidays. Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining ...

University of Michigan

Specimen Processor

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

Specimen Processing and Handling: * Transport (pickup specimens from all inpatient units ... weekends and holidays. Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining ...

University of Michigan

Specimen Processor

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

Specimen Processing and Handling: * Transport (pickup specimens from all inpatient units ... weekends and holidays. Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining ...

University of Michigan

Specimen Processor

Ann Arbor, MI

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

Specimen Processing and Handling: * Transport (pickup specimens from all inpatient units ... weekends and holidays. Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining ...

Labcorp

Hospital Laboratory Processor

Novi, MI

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

LabCorp is seeking a Specimen Accessioner/Processor to join our team at Henry Ford Providence in Novi, MI. Work Schedule: 3x8 hour shifts per week (2:00pm-10:30pm) Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday ...

Labcorp

Hospital Laboratory Processor

Novi, MI

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

LabCorp is seeking a Specimen Accessioner/Processor to join our team at Henry Ford Providence in Novi, MI. Work Schedule: 3x8 hour shifts per week (2:00pm-10:30pm) Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday ...

Labcorp

Hospital Laboratory Processor

Novi, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $18/hr

LabCorp is seeking a Specimen Accessioner/Processor to join our team at Henry Ford Providence in Novi, MI. Work Schedule: 3x8 hour shifts per week (2:00pm-10:30pm) Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday ...

Trinity Health

Lab Tech Specimen Processing

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$17.04/hr

Lab Tech Specimen Processing Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:30 p.m. to 3a.m. (rotating one Sunday per month) Hours: 40 hours a week Department : Specimen Processing Minimum rate of pay : $17.04 per hour ...

Millennium Health

Specimen Collector II

Walled Lake, MI · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Process and package collections for shipping * Serve as an intermediary between the practice ... Resolve specimen concerns with billing or patient information in ordering portal * Order and ...

Actalent

Phlebotomist- Float

Novi, MI

$19 - $23/hr

Demonstrated ability to perform specimen collection and specimen processing in an outpatient setting. * Strong knowledge of the correct order of draw for multiple-tube collections. * Ability to ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend specimen processor in Detroit, MI is $17.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.72 and $18.08 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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Specimen Processor

Specimen Processor

University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, MI

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago

University Of Michigan rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 140 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

132nd of 539 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
Perform the assigned duties in Specimen Processing in order to assure accurate and timely receipt, order entry, transport, processing, and distribution of laboratory specimens. Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
Responsibilities*
Specimen Processing and Handling:
  • Transport (pickup specimens from all inpatient units).
  • Spidering - Transport specimens to UMHS laboratories and internal storage of specimens.
  • Receiving - Scan in barcoded specimens, reconcile problems and distribute.
  • Specimen Handling - Receive, sort and distribute specimens to work benches.
  • Centrifuge & Storage - Receive specimens in centrifuge for processing, centrifuge, aliquoting and storage. Prepare Sendouts for reference labs. Document all problems. Scan all
  • Send out paperwork.
  • Urine Processing - Receive urine specimens, order entry, weigh, pour/aliquot and pass or store. Document all problems.
  • Pneumatic Tube Receipt - Receive from tube port, open, distribute, deliver and reconcile problems.
  • Path Track - prepare, build list and bin specimens for transport to offsite labs, reconcile any outstanding bins.

Computer Data Entry:
  • Enter laboratory test orders into the computer system.
  • Order Entry - Place test orders from patient requisition, label and distribute.
  • Scan - Scan all required requisitions and attachments for patient orders.

Process Mi-Chart Orders:
  • Receive lookup and print Mi-Chart test labels and label specimens.
  • Receive manage and process Add-test requests for Outpatient and Inpatients.
  • Receive and reconcile Mi-Chart unreleased orders and problem orders.

Customer Service:
  • Provide total customer focus to meet the needs of every customer, internal and external, including medical staff, laboratory staff, MLABS clients, patients, and families.
  • Reconcile incoming problems for all patient locations.
  • Complete all required documentation.

NLNC:
  • Receive bins for all offsite labs and other areas.
  • Reconcile bins in Path Track.
  • Process incoming FedEx (order and pass).

Quality Assurance:
Quality Assurance of all order entry performed by Specimen Processing - as assigned to staff person.
Safety:
  • Comply with safety instructions and observe safe work practices.
  • Practice all BSP standards as specified for our unit.

Communication and Teamwork:
  • Use effective communication including written, verbal, and information technology skills.
  • Work effectively with others to accomplish goals.

Mandatories, Continuing Education, Competencies and Training:
  • Complete yearly departmental mandatories as required.
  • Attend departmental, assigned and/or requested continuing education training, classes, etc.
  • Complete monthly, quarterly, or yearly competencies as assigned.
  • Comply with ongoing training.

Other duties:
Additional assignments as assigned by supervision or manager.
Required Qualifications*
In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
  • Ability to walk 3-5 miles, climb and descend 6 flights of stairs, lift up to 10 lbs., and bend at approximately a 45 degree angle multiple times within an eight-hour shift required.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motion

Desired Qualifications*
Familiarity with pneumatic tube system desired.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
  • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
  • 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .
Work Schedule
This full time, 40 hour position is on the evening shift, and will require rotating weekends and holidays.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
278306
Working Title
Specimen Processor
Job Title
Specimen Processor
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM Path Specimen Processing
Posting Begin/End Date
6/01/2026 - 7/01/2026
Salary
$42,848.00 - $62,192.00
Career Interest
Pathology/Laboratory Services
Patient Care Services

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The University of Michigan (U-M), based in Ann Arbor, MI, US, is one of America's most esteemed institutions in higher education. Established in 1817, it presides in the industry of education and research, providing a range of services including undergraduate, graduate, and professional education programs. Complementing this is an extensive research activity that has significantly contributed to various fields, from healthcare to engineering, humanities to sports. Upholding its mission "to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values", U-M consistently ranks among the top universities globally, a testament to its tradition of excellence in learning and research, and a deep commitment to innovation and discovery.

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