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Specimen Accessioner

Labcorp
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2026 CLOSED ON 5/11/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specimen Accessioner position at Labcorp?

Labcorp is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join their Specimen Processing and Accessioning team in San Diego, CA.

Work Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00pm to 7:30am. Additional days and hours may be required depending on business needs.

Job Responsibilities

  • Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
  • Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas
  • Accurately identify and label specimens 
  • Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities 
  • Meet department activity and production goals
  • Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples 
  • Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner 
  • Resolve and document any problem specimens

Minimum Qualification:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

 Preferred Qualification

  • Current or prior Labcorp experience
  • 3 months or more of experience in a lab or specimen processing
  • 3 months or more of experience in a medical/clinical laboratory environment
  • 3 months or more of experience in the healthcare industry, such as a physician's office, clinic or hospital
  • 3 months or more of experience in an assembly or manufacturing production environment

Additional Job Standards

  • Comfortable handling biological specimens 
  • Ability to accurately identify specimens 
  • Experience working in a team environment 
  • Strong data entry and organizational skills
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Proficient in MS Office 
  • Able to lift up to 40lbs.
  • Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

At Labcorp we have a passion in 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!

**Pay Range: $17.50 - $20.50 per hour

Plus a 3rd shift differential

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. 

We encourage all to apply

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