Specimen Processor

Integrated Dx is seeking a Specimen Collector for our Harlan, Kentucky location. This position requires availability on Tuesdays for about 6-8 hours. This position is responsible for the following:

- Collects patient samples via urine cup collection, or other manner via established lab protocol

- Disposes of biomedical waste according to state standards

- Utilizes personal protective equipment as needed

- Works within safety policies and procedures defined by lab protocol

- Maintains the collection space in a safe and clean manner

- Interacts in a professional and courteous manner with patients and clients at all times

- Provides patient with preparation and collection instructions for lab testing

- Helpful to patients and clients in answering questions and follow-ups as necessary

- Maintains patient confidentiality at all times

- Follows the physician’s orders when ordering tests

- Verifies insurance and correctly enters into the system

- Ensures that the specimen meets sample requirements for in-house testing as well as testing sent to reference labs

- Ensures that lab test requisitions are accurately completed and follows-up for additional information if needed

- Orders tests in the LIS accurately and in a timely manner

- Checks sample label before placing bar code label on the sample, ensuring positive identification

- Properly processes the samples and maintains specimen integrity at all times

Skills

- Excellent customer service skills

- Proficient in Microsoft word

- Proficient in Data Entry

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Harlan, KY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person