Part Time Specimen Processor

About the role

The role involves overseeing the handling, labeling, and preparation of lab specimens, maintaining accurate tracking documentation, and resolving specimen-related issues with vendor labs. Specimen preparation tasks include centrifuging, aliquoting, and shipping under proper conditions. The position also requires training staff on specimen processing and system functions, entering test results accurately, and managing inventory and supply deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee handling, labeling, and preparation of lab specimens (blood, urine, swabs, cultures etc.) ensuring compliance with protocols
• Maintain accurate tracking documentation and resolve specimen-related issues with vendor labs; escalate recurring problems as needed
• Prepare and process samples, including centrifuging, aliquoting and shipping under proper conditions; ensure equipment functionality
• Train staff on specimen processing and system functions
• Enter test results accurately and coordinate with vendor labs for timely reporting; manage special program specimens and home draw scheduling
• Develop and implement systems for timely and accurate specimen disbursement; maintain knowledge of specimen requirements and communicate updates to staff
• Manage inventory and supply deliveries

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 6+ months of healthcare experience

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent (with additional courses in Biology / Chemistry)
• 1+ years of experience as a phlebotomist
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Proven excellent customer service skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 40 lbs. (with additional help from equipment)
• Ability to walk and/or stand for up to 75% of your shift

Pay

The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Schedule

Part time, 8 hours. Will be working every other weekend, on either a Saturday or Sunday (10:30am - 7pm).