Patient-Focused Specimen Collector (Full-Time)

Millennium Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Time off

Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Health Care Resources

Job summary

Millennium Health, Tacoma, WA, is seeking a Full-Time Specimen Collector. You will collect urine and oral fluid specimens, process and package samples, and act as a bridge between clinics and the Millennium Health laboratory. Strong attention to HIPAA and data security is essential.

The ideal candidate has 6+ months in specimen collection or 1+ year in healthcare, plus customer service experience and a valid driver’s license. Medical billing familiarity is a plus; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience as a specimen collector or 1+ years of experience in the medical field, directly supporting patients preferred.
• 2+ years of customer service experience can be considered in place of medical experience.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate a smart phone and computer required.
• Valid driver's license required; reliable transportation.
• Medical insurance/billing and/or familiarity with medications/diagnostic codes is a plus.
• Ability to ensure HIPAA, HiTrust, Confidentiality and Compliance policy, procedures, and standards are always adhered to.
• Ability to ensure administrative, physical and technical cyber security controls are always adhered to.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Physical requirements: sitting 60%, walking 20%, standing 20%, lifting up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient urine and/or oral fluid (saliva) specimens
• Process and package collections for shipping
• Serve as an intermediary between the practice / clinic and the laboratory
• Record patient information, physician order details, and pertinent laboratory information
• Resolve specimen concerns with billing or patient information in ordering portal
• Order and maintain collection supplies inventory onsite
• Observe collection for Millennium Health specimens (when applicable)
• Driving from/to multiple facilities may be required

Skills

Customer service

Technology literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Millennium Health, Tacoma, WA, is seeking a Full-Time Specimen Collector. You will collect urine and oral fluid specimens, process and package samples, and act as a bridge between clinics and the Millennium Health laboratory. Strong attention to HIPAA and data security is essential.

The ideal candidate has 6+ months in specimen collection or 1+ year in healthcare, plus customer service experience and a valid driver’s license. Medical billing familiarity is a plus; high school diploma required.