Day Shift Specimen Management Technician - No Weekends

UVA Health; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package:Medical

Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Retirement Savings

Certification and education support

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville seeks a Specimen Management Technician to move specimens from collection to result reporting within a fast-paced referral lab. You will coordinate sending tests across reference laboratories and maintain precise documentation.

The role supports genetics, oncology, and specialized diagnostics, with a focus on accuracy, urgency, and clear communication with providers while ensuring patient care continuity.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licensure: None required.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming emails, voicemails, and specimen queues to prioritize time-sensitive work.
• Prepare and package a wide variety of specimens including blood, tissue, plasma, slides, and bone marrow.
• Ensure compliance with complex shipping requirements including temperature control and dry ice handling.
• Track outgoing specimens and confirm receipt and result turnaround.
• Process incoming results through EMR integration or Epic entry when necessary.
• Communicate with providers to resolve missing information and support ordering workflows.
• Maintain detailed logs, binders, and tracking systems for specimen accountability.
• Close out the day with follow-ups, issue resolution, and clear handoffs to maintain continuity.

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville seeks a Specimen Management Technician to move specimens from collection to result reporting within a fast-paced referral lab. You will coordinate sending tests across reference laboratories and maintain precise documentation.

The role supports genetics, oncology, and specialized diagnostics, with a focus on accuracy, urgency, and clear communication with providers while ensuring patient care continuity.