LABORATORY COLLECTION SPECIALIST (4146)

Cordant Health Solutions; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Short Term and Long‑Term Disability

Job summary

Cordant Health Solutions is searching for a male Laboratory Collection Specialist in Rockford, IL. The role involves collecting, ordering, and shipping urine and hair specimens to labs while maintaining a well-organized collection site.

The ideal candidate needs at least a high school diploma, relevant experience, and the ability to function effectively without direct supervision. This full-time role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience working directly with customers or patients.
• Experience in healthcare or similar dynamic field is preferred.
• Ability to perform observed collections and collect biological specimens.

Responsibilities

• Collect, log, order, process, and ship samples to the laboratory.
• Maintain organization of the collection site.
• File requisitions and associated paperwork.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Location: Rockford, IL 61101
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $15.00 – $17.00 per hour
Travel Percentage: None
Shift: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Primary Responsibilities

• Collect, log, order, process, and ship urine, oral, and/or hair specimens to the laboratory.
• Maintain organization of the collection site.
• File requisitions, chain-of-custody forms, and associated paperwork.
• Collect and scan insurance, as applicable.
• Order supplies (requisition forms, gloves, collection supplies, etc.) and maintain inventory at the practice location to ensure collection supplies are always available.
• Communicate client inquiries to Manager and/or Client Services team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED (required).
• 1+ year of experience working directly with customers or patients (required).
• Experience in healthcare, criminal justice, or a similar dynamic field (preferred).
• Ability to perform observed collections and collect biological specimens (required).
• Ability to work professionally with no on-site supervision (required).
• Strong attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills (required).
• Ability to work effectively handling tight deadlines and de-escalating communications with participants in potentially stressful or dynamic situations with no on-site supervision (required).
• Basic computer skills (required).
• Light to moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.) and sitting/standing for long periods of time (required).
• Ability to wear scrubs and protective devices (gloves) (required).
• Must be male; the role requires a male Laboratory Collection Specialist.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accruing on Day 1
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short Term and Long‑Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance