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Actalent

Specimen Processor

Elmwood Park, NJ, United States

$16.5 to $18.15 USD / hour

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Pay: $16.5 to $18.15 USD / hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 9, 2026

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Job Title: Overnight Specimen ProcessorJob DescriptionThe Specimen Processor plays a critical role in the laboratory by receiving incoming samples, accurately entering patient and specimen data into the computer system, and creating proper labels for all specimens. This position focuses on high-volume data entry and specimen handling using appropriate personal protective equipment, without performing diagnostic testing or directly handling open swabs.Responsibilities

Receive, identify, label, and process specimens in accordance with established laboratory procedures and processing requirements.
Create and apply accurate labels to specimen containers, slides, and any other materials submitted by clients.
Handle all specimen types, including sealed samples such as blood, stool, urine, and biopsies, while following safety and handling protocols.
Multi-task effectively between different types of requisitions and workflows to support continuous specimen processing.
Maintain departmental production goals to ensure consistent hourly specimen flow to the laboratory.
Review, transcribe, and enter demographic and specimen data into the laboratory information system with 100% accuracy.
Recognize specimen problems, such as labeling or integrity issues, and promptly refer them to designated personnel for resolution.
File requisition slips, glass slides, and paraffin blocks, and assist Laboratory Aides as needed to support overall laboratory operations.
Perform routine supply maintenance, restocking, and clean-up duties to maintain an organized and efficient work area.
Read and accurately enter data from labels on specimen bags and tubes into the system while verifying patient information.
Follow personal protective equipment requirements and applicable safety guidelines when handling sealed human specimens.
Support high-volume overnight operations by collaborating with team members to ensure timely and accurate specimen processing.

Essential Skills

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to perform high-volume data entry with strong attention to detail.
Typing speed of at least 30 words per minute.
Ability to pass a typing test of at least 7,500 keystrokes per hour with 95% accuracy or higher.
Comfort working with sealed human specimens such as blood, stool, urine, biopsies, and samples while wearing appropriate PPE.
Ability to work overnight shifts and remain focused during extended periods of typing and computer work.
Capability to handle multiple specimen types and requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Basic familiarity with laboratory or medical settings and patient information handling.
Strong organizational skills to manage labeling, sorting, and filing of specimens and associated documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Previous laboratory experience, particularly in specimen processing, is highly beneficial.
Previous overnight work experience is a plus.
Experience as a medical scribe or in medical data entry is advantageous.
Experience with patient information, sorting, and specimen labeling in a healthcare or laboratory environment.
Interest in building a long-term career in laboratory services, with potential growth into technician or lab assistant roles for those with relevant science degrees.
Ability to work effectively as part of a large team in a high-volume clinical laboratory setting.

Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a large specimen processing room within a high-volume clinical laboratory that utilizes cutting-edge laboratory technology and instrumentation. You will work primarily on the night shift alongside more than 80 team members to support substantial specimen volume. The position is highly computer-focused, with approximately 90100% of the shift spent typing and sitting at a workstation to log patient information and verify data accuracy on sample tubes and related materials. Personal protective equipment is provided and must be worn when handling sealed human specimens, and established safety guidelines are followed throughout the facility. Due to space limitations, standard social distancing spacing may not be consistently maintained. The assignment is expected to be renewable in multi-month increments as the organization progresses through acquisition-related changes, offering exposure to a large, nationally recognized reference laboratory and potential growth opportunities into other laboratory roles for those who demonstrate strong performance and have relevant educational backgrounds. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Elmwood Park, NJ. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $16.50 - $18.15/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Elmwood Park, NJ. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Elmwood Park,NJ.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Data entry
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Personal protective equipment
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
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