Evening Lab Support Tech II: Specimen & LIS Specialist

University of Rochester; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester is seeking a Laboratory Specimen Receiver for UR Medicine Labs SMH in Rochester, NY. This role processes specimens, enters patient data, and ensures specimen integrity while adhering to HIPAA and lab procedures.

Responsibilities include training staff, handling incoming inquiries, and prioritizing samples to meet turnaround times. 40-hour week with evening shift patterns as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma with 1 year related experience or completion of an approved educational program.
• 12 months related work experience in healthcare settings or UR Medicine labs or as temporary staff.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Enter patient demographics and insurance information accurately into the LIS/EMR.
• Process specimens and related data per procedures and ensure specimen integrity.
• Read requisitions and prioritize specimens to meet turnaround times (TAT).
• Train new staff as needed and assist with cross-location travel.
• Handle inquiries from providers, physicians, and internal staff.

Skills

Prioritization

HIPAA compliance

LIS proficiency

EMR familiarity

Education

High school diploma with 1 year experience

WEMOCO/BOCES program

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems

Job description

University of Rochester is seeking a Laboratory Specimen Receiver for UR Medicine Labs SMH in Rochester, NY. This role processes specimens, enters patient data, and ensures specimen integrity while adhering to HIPAA and lab procedures.

Responsibilities include training staff, handling incoming inquiries, and prioritizing samples to meet turnaround times. 40-hour week with evening shift patterns as needed.