Specimen Handler

1 week ago


Elmwood Park, United States Actalent Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Specimen Handler

Job Description: 4am and overnight shifts available

Specimen handlers will take samples from processors after labeling and bring them to the handling area. They will bring samples to the centrifuging area and handle the enclosed samples with PPE without directly touching open swabs or performing tests on the samples. The role supports urine pour-offs prior to testing and involves moving samples between buildings, sometimes walking outside between other labs on campus to cart or carry samples around. Duties include multi-tasking between different specimen handling functions, collecting specimens from all processing stations and delivering them to the specimen handling area, understanding and adhering to strict quality regulations and prescribed SOPs, preparing SST specimens for RSA and/or manual pour-off, placing specimens in a centrifuge for spinning, performing all required maintenance procedures, documenting issues in a log book, communicating problems to upper management, manually processing and pouring off specimens, sorting processed specimens into racks for delivery into the lab by pour-off groups, and carrying and pushing at least 30 pounds around the laboratory.

Hard Skills
  • Diploma/GED
  • Ability to stand for the entirety of the shift
  • Comfortable lifting 25+ pounds
  • Comfortable with human samples
Soft Skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Strong communication skills
  • Adherence to quality regulations

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in ELMWOOD PARK, New Jersey.

Work Environment

Standing for the entirety of the shift. Handle samples with PPE. Move samples after processing to different areas of the laboratory to be tested. Pour off urine samples and send the rest of the sample to the mapping area for storage. Carry samples to different lab departments prior to testing or post-testing. Carry 10-15 pounds. Work primarily in one area with rare need to move to different buildings/work stations. However, if working in certain buildings, walking outside between buildings may be required to move samples around. The role involves standing for long periods and lots of walking for sample movement between stations.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.


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