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Specimen Processor – ST Health Washington

  • WashingtonPA
  • Part-Time
  • On-site
  • Rotating

PostedFebruary 2, 2026

Pay$19.20–$30.08 / hr

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Join Our Team as a Specimen Processor in Our Hospital Lab! We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Specimen Processor to join our dynamic hospital laboratory team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the accurate handling and processing of patient specimens, contributing to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.

Responsibilities:

·         Monitor pneumatic tube and courier deliveries to ensure timely processing of specimens.

·         Investigate and resolve any requesting mistakes or other specimen problems.

·         Complete quality forms for unacceptable specimens, requesting errors or other problems.

·         Separate by centrifugation.

·         Label appropriate aliquot tubes and transfer as defined by policy; store samples at the appropriate temperature.

·         Determine and enter the specimen receive time into the computer. Answer all telephone inquiries concerning proper specimen collection, result, and normal range information.

·         Verify patient specimens such as blood, urine and other body fluids with requisitions or labels, making certain that information on the specimens match any paperwork received and correct specimen.

·         Prepare, package and send specimens to outside locations as needed.

·         Receive, sort and prioritize ALL specimens according to the laboratory policies.

Schedule: This position will be for afternoon and midnight shift with rotating days of the week. Afternoon shift starting times are 12pm-8pm and 2pm-10pm. Midnight shift is from 10pm-6am; every other weekend will be midnight shift & there will be a minimum of 4 midnight shifts per 2-week period. The schedule will consist of 6-8 shifts per pay period.

·         High School diploma or equivalent.

·         Three to six months of experience in a clinical laboratory, physician’s office, or other medical environment preferred, including knowledge of or experience in Medical Terminology and Laboratory Information systems.

·         Three to six months of experience in a service environment including call center, customer service center, or product distribution/fulfillment center preferred.

·         Good oral and written communication skills required.

·         Ability to communicate effectively with all age groups and populations of external and internal customers (as well as co-workers) both by telephone and in person.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
 

  • Act 34
    ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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$19.20–$30.08 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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# Specimen Processor - ST Health Washington

- Location: Washington, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Part-Time
- Category: Labs
- Shift: Rotating
- Business unit: ST Health Washington
- Pay: $19.20–$30.08 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-02-02T11:45:20.18Z

## Description

***Join Our Team as a Specimen Processor in Our Hospital Lab! We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Specimen Processor to join our dynamic hospital laboratory team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the accurate handling and processing of patient specimens, contributing to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.***

**Responsibilities:**
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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Rotating

  • Hours

    Part-Time

  • Workplace

    On-site

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. New-grad RN / Residency

  2. Staff RN — specialty certified

  3. Charge / Clinical Resource RN

  4. Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track

  5. Director of Nursing

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

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    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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