Specimen Processor (Part-Time)

Shift: Monday-Friday 9:00am-1:00pm

Responsibilities

• Prepares for testing
• Verify patient identifiers on the sample and the test request form.
• Enters data into a lab information system.
• Identify, resolve and document exceptions and discrepancies.
• Scans paperwork submitted with specimens.
• Observes all compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in continuous improvement projects to improve process within and between groups.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Excellent organizational, communication, multitasking and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail
• Reliable and dependable
• Capable of doing repetitive work and adapting to frequent changes in workload
• Data entry experience a plus
• Basic computer knowledge needed

Physical & Lifting Requirements

• Lifting Requirements - medium work or exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pound of force frequently, and 10 pounds of force consistently.
• Physical Requirements - stationary positioning, moving, operating, ascending/descending, communicating, observing, reaching and repetitive motion.
• Use of equipment and tools necessary to perform essential job functions.
• Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions - exposure to fumes, dust, extreme temperatures, wet and/or humid, noise, vibration, mists or gases, mechanical hazards, chemical hazards, electrical hazards and radiant energy hazards. OSHA Category I - duties performed routinely requires exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.