Specimen Technician I

Quest Diagnostics·Anchorage, Alaska

$21 - $24/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago

Practice for this role

Specimen Technician I · $21 - $24/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-53% vs. median posted rate for physicians roles in Alaska ($44.35/hr, n=94)

45 similar openings in the Anchorage area · median $63.00/hr

62 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$17.00/hr · lowesthighest · $315/hr

this role: $21.05/hrmedian $44.35/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 94 posted physicians roles in Alaska rates. This role sits in the 9th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 53% below the Alaska median for physicians roles.

The role involves working as a specimen processor or lab assistant to provide diagnostic information services. Responsibilities include handling specimens and maintaining strong organizational standards in a laboratory environment.

Specimen Technician I - Anchorage, AK, Monday to Friday, 5

PM to 10:30 PM Do you have strong organization skills and attention to detail? Are you looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services to kick start your career? Quest Diagnostics is recruiting for specimen processors/ lab assistants to join our team!

Pay range: $21.05 - $24.35 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits information: We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

Part-time employees (29 hours or less per week) are eligible for: Vacation and Health/Flex Time (part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week) 6 Holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week) 401(k) pre-tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service Annual incentive plans Employee stock purchase plan Education assistance through MyQuest for Education Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness® and so much more!

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and no prior experience is necessary. Preference is given to candidates with previous experience in production or medical environments.

high school
Attention to detail
Organization skills
Specimen processing
Laboratory assistance

Benefits

Vacation
Holidays
401(k) with company match
Education assistance
Employee stock purchase plan
Health/Flex Time
ROTH IRA
MyDay off
Annual incentive plans
Annual no-cost health assessment program

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $21 - $24/hr
Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Posted: Jun 18, 2026
Application: Employer website

Entry-level specimen roles in Alaska

Specimen Technician I roles in Alaska are often driven by steady demand in clinical and laboratory settings, especially where employers need reliable support for specimen handling and processing. These positions can be competitive because they are entry level but still favor candidates who can work nights or overtime and who have any medical or production background. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight schedule flexibility and attention to detail.