Specimen Processing Technician I

Description:

Job Title: SPECIMEN PROCESSING TECHNICIAN I

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 9:30am-6:00pm

Pay Range: $21.00-23.00 per hour based on experience

About the Role:

HERITAGE LAB SERVICES is seeking a reliable, experienced, and upbeat Full Time Specimen Processor to unpack and enter all data accompanying specimens received at our Three Rivers Diagnostics location and to begin the testing process, as well as collect samples for our laboratory in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment.

Why Join Us:

Supportive and collaborative team

Opportunities for professional growth

Competitive pay and benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Role and Responsibilities:

• Receiving and logging incoming specimens, verifying patient information and matching specimen with the requisition form.
• Labeling specimens accurately with patient details and sorting them based on test type and priority.
• Inputting patient information, specimen details, and test orders into the laboratory information system (LIS).
• Aliquoting specimens, centrifuging samples as needed and preparing them for analysis according to established laboratory protocols.
• Distributing specimens to the appropriate testing areas within the laboratory.
• Monitoring specimen integrity, identifying potential errors, and following quality assurance procedures escalating any issues to direct supervisor when necessary.
• Storing and disposing of specimens properly and according to laboratory regulations.
• Answers departmental phone calls, and emails in a timely manner
• Assist clients as needed
• Performs other job-related duties as needed
• Supports ongoing changes in a professional manner contributes to a positive work environment and to the team effort of the laboratory.

Requirements:

Minimum Education Required

High school diploma or GED required.

Minimum Experience Required

Six months lab accessioning experience preferred; previous medical field experience is preferred.

Skills Required

Basic understanding of Medical Terminology and Laboratory Procedures, Data Entry, Lab Compliance, Microsoft Application, Organizational Skills, Work Independently in a timely manner.

Professional Certifications or Licenses

HIPAA