Specimen Collection Tech

About the role

The primary purpose of the Inpatient Specimen Collector is to collect venous, arterial and capillary blood specimens for analysis by the laboratory technical staff. To support and assist in obtaining non-blood specimens within scope, ex. Routine sterile and clean catch cup urinalysis, nasal swabs for viral culture, covid, flu, throat swabs for strep or throat culture etc.

Responsibilities

• Collect venous, arterial and capillary blood specimens for analysis by the laboratory technical staff
• Support and assist in obtaining non-blood specimens such as routine sterile and clean catch cup urinalysis, nasal swabs for viral culture, covid, flu, throat swabs for strep or throat culture

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

Qualifications

• Experience in specimen collection preferred

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Employee assistance program

Pay

• $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Variable schedule to accommodate patient needs