Logistic Receiver I

PathGroup; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup is seeking a Logistics Receiver to handle daily accessioning of specimens, data entry of demographics and test orders, and scanning of requisitions. This role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and teamwork within the lab setting.

The position runs Mon-Fri, 2:00pm-10:30pm, and involves handling courier specimens, documenting issues, and ensuring proper documentation and storage in accordance with procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–2 years of related experience preferred.
• Ability to perform data entry of patient demographics and orders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Receive and clock in specimens from couriers.
• Sort specimens for accessioning and processing.
• Enter patient demographics and test orders into systems.
• Scan requisitions and shred documents as needed.
• Address departmental calls and assist clients.
• Maintain lab safety and confidentiality.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Scan system

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Logistics Receiver, under the direction of the Transportation Distribution Supervisor, performs daily accessioning activities of receiving specimens, accessioning specimens, and scanning of requisitions into scan system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receive and clock in specimens from couriers timely; verify that specimens recorded on courier logs are received.
• Prioritize and sort specimens appropriately for accessioning and processing.
• Perform data entry login of patient demographics, clinical information, specimen source, and test(s) orders from specimen requisitions into computer systems and accessions specimen containers as needed or required.
• Check test(s) ordered for medical necessity requirements and ABN if applicable. Document any orders, which are lacking appropriate documentation to supervisor.
• Document all problem cases appropriately.
• Scan requisitions and all related paperwork, into the scan system, and shred documents as needed.
• Review specimen requisitions against data entry of requisition information, for accuracy, document errors noted and forward documentation to supervisor, and corrects errors found.
• Answer departmental phone calls and assist clients as needed.
• Contribute to a positive work climate and to the team effort of the department and company.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
• Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & LICENSURE:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

• One to two years of prior job-related experience is preferred.

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri: 2:00pm-10:30pm