QA Processing Clerk - Nights

Loyola Medicine; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One (Medical and DI–

Daily Pay

Competitive Shift Differentials

Career Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

403(b) with Employer Match

On Site Fitness Center

Referral Rewards

Perks Program

Job summary

Loyola Medical Center is seeking a QA Processing Clerk for the night shift in Berwyn, IL. The role involves receiving and distributing specimens, preparing them for testing, and generating reports for delivery to the health care team.

Responsibilities include accurate registration of test orders, proper labeling, and coordinating with reference laboratories. Epic Beaker experience is a plus, and benefits start Day One.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Less than one year of previous job-related experience
• Specimen management and problem solving
• Excellent communication with physicians and clinics

Responsibilities

• Operations: Performs contract management and LIS registrations. Maintains all required documentation and places patient orders accurately.
• Customer Service: Creates a caring environment and maintains relationships with medical staff and departments.
• Reporting: Prints and distributes computer reports, resolves issues, and makes corrections.
• Materials Management: Maintains adequate supply levels for assigned areas.
• Quality and Compliance: Upholds safety policies and quality assurance, reports concerns as required.

Skills

Specimen management

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Epic Beaker

Job description

Description

Loyola Medical Center located in the western suburbs and approximately, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Easy access from I290 and I55.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night Shift

Our Vision

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.

About The Job

In this role, the QA Processing Clerk receives and distributes specimens to the appropriate laboratory section. Processes and prepares specimens for testing and send out. Produces reports for faxing or delivery as needed and communicates appropriate information to the health care team. Ensure accurate registration and placement of test orders with all information required.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Operations. Performs contract management and LIS registrations. Maintains all required documentation. Places patient orders accurately. Identifies each patient accurately by verifying date of birth, spelling of last and first name. Labels all specimens correctly. Accurately receives specimens sent/brought to the laboratory, processing them in the most appropriate manner for the department or shift assigned. Prepares all specimens for send out to Reference Laboratories. Works actively to instill and maintain cost prevention and cost containment. Assesses the acceptability of the specimens sent/brought to the laboratory.
• Customer Service. Creates a caring and healing environment that keeps the patient and family at the center of care. Establishes, maintains, and improves strong positive relationships with the medical staff, the public, other Loyola Medicine departments and own department staff. Answers telephone promptly (within 3 rings) and handles all calls with courtesy and efficiency. Provides appropriate results and delivers accurate messages regarding specimen collection and processing.
• Reporting. Prints all applicable computer reports and distributes to appropriate areas or offices. Reviews computer reports, resolves any problems and makes appropriate corrections.
• Materials Management. Maintains adequate supply levels for assigned areas.
• Quality and Compliance. Maintains a safe environment following hospital policies and procedures, performs required safety checks. Maintains a high level of quality assurance. Reports all quality concerns according to policy. Meets population specific and all other competencies according to department requirements.

Required

Here is what you’ll need

• High School Diploma
• Less than one year of previous job-related experience
• Specimen management and problem solving
• Excellent communication with physicians and clinics

Preferred

• Epic Beaker

Perks & Benefit

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
• Daily Pay (NEW)
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

Compensation

Pay Range: $20.00 – $26.00 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.