Specimen Processor

About the role

The role involves preparing specimens for screening, logging, sorting, and organizing them. Specimen-related issues are logged and resolved, and training staff on specimen processing and system functions is also part of the responsibilities.

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 for timely surgical pathology reporting
• Train staff on specimen processing and system functions; support ongoing education initiatives
• Develop and implement systems for timely and accurate specimen disbursement; maintain knowledge of specimen requirements and communicate updates to staff

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 6+ months of experience in a laboratory or medical setting (or equivalent collegiate science coursework such as Biology, Anatomy, etc.)
• Monday - Friday, 2pm - 10:30pm work schedule

Qualifications

• Previous data entry experience preferred
• Previous EPIC experience preferred
• Proven ability to maintain professional attitude and appearance at all times preferred
• Proven ability to be flexible and exercise good judgment when handling specimens preferred
• Proven excellent communication skills preferred
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with coworkers as well as internal and external customers preferred

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Flexibility and judgment
• Collaboration skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

Pay

The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $29.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Schedule

FT, 40 hours. Monday - Friday, 2pm - 10:30pm

Department

Laboratory