High-Volume Lab Preanalytic Specialist

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Preanalytical Processing Technician to support high-volume laboratory operations on site in Cincinnati. You will verify specimens, prepare them for analysis, and maintain accurate transit and labeling workflows.

The role requires at least one year of lab experience or six months as an inpatient phlebotomist at TCHHN, plus strong computer skills and the ability to work quickly in a busy hospital setting. Training and safety compliance are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s or associate degree in science preferred but not required.
• Laboratory experience essential per job posting.
• Inpatient phlebotomist experience at TCHHN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs core pre-analytical processing with timely specimen verification.
• Operates front-end processing equipment and performs routine maintenance.
• Distributes samples to correct work areas and prioritizes stat specimens.
• Answers lab phones and communicates with nursing units and staff.
• Assists in quality management and regulatory inspections.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Time management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Data entry

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Science degree preferred

Job description

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking a Preanalytical Processing Technician to support high-volume laboratory operations on site in Cincinnati. You will verify specimens, prepare them for analysis, and maintain accurate transit and labeling workflows.

The role requires at least one year of lab experience or six months as an inpatient phlebotomist at TCHHN, plus strong computer skills and the ability to work quickly in a busy hospital setting. Training and safety compliance are emphasized.