Laboratory Processor - Full Time - Day Shift - Wexford Hospital

Highmark Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Laboratory Processor for the day shift at the Wexford Hospital to receive, prepare, and process specimens efficiently. This role involves test order entry, specimen verification, and maintaining lab workflows.

The position emphasizes accurate data entry, handling of specimens, and collaboration with physicians and staff to ensure high-quality patient care. On-site responsibilities include instrument operation and mentorship of MLA students.

Qualifications

• 3 months of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Registration and medical terminology knowledge.
• Preferred: laboratory training program or degree in clinical sciences.

Responsibilities

• Registers patients and performs test order entry into the laboratory information system.
• Verifies specimen identification and processes specimens per procedures.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient operations.
• Provides support such as answering phones, faxing reports, and send-outs.
• Operates and maintains instrumentation and troubleshoots problems.
• Mentors MLA students in specimen processing per WPAHS policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Education

Clinical sciences degree

Laboratory training program

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

## Laboratory Processor - Full Time - Day Shift - Wexford HospitalApply: On-site: Wexford PA, 15090, 12351 Perry Highway: Full time: Posted Today: J287291## **Company :**Allegheny Health Network## **Job Description :****GENERAL OVERVIEW:**Receives, prepares, and processes all specimens delivered to the laboratory.**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Registers patients and performs test order entry into laboratory information system accurately and efficiently to ensure proper testing and charges of patient account. (55%)* Verifies specimen identification and prepares and processes specimens according to department procedures and protocols. (25%)* Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient laboratory operations. (5%)* Provides support such as answering telephones, faxing reports, and send-outs. (5%)* Operates and maintains instrumentation, recognizes problems and takes appropriate action. (5%)* Mentors MLA students in specimen processing utilizing WPAHS policies and procedures. (5%)* Performs other duties as assigned or required.**QUALIFICATIONS:**Minimum* 3 months experience in a clinical laboratory setting, registration, medical terminology which may include experience acquired in conjunction with a training or degree programPreferred* Laboratory training program or degree in clinical sciences***Disclaimer:*** *The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.* ***Compliance Requirement****: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.**As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.*