Spec, Health Screener- Johnstown, PA

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Inc. is hiring a Health Screener to perform biometric screenings at client sites, including finger sticks, BMI and blood pressure, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in a safe, professional environment.

This is an independent contractor (1099) role with potential conversion to a W2 per diem employee after criteria are met. Responsibilities include basic waived testing, quality control, excellent customer service, and accurate records.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of healthcare experience in a professional setting.
• Must meet state licensure requirements, if applicable.
• Lift up to 40 pounds with assistance and travel as needed.
• HIPAA and OSHA compliance knowledge and adherence.

Responsibilities

• Perform biometric screening at client sites including finger stick blood collection, BMI, Blood Pressure and other health screening services.
• Performs basic waived testing procedures and completes required quality control.
• Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and legible records.
• Participates in training, retraining and continuing education programs.
• Complies with safety policies and PPE use to prevent exposure.
• Adheres to HIPAA; follows quality assurance and good manufacturing practices.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.

Skills

Finger sticks

Blood pressure

Customer service

Written & verbal communication

Procedural skills

Microsoft Office

Read procedures

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Some College Courses

Tools

Cholestech

Cardio Check

Excel

Word/Outlook

Job description

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Health Screener is to provide coverage in the field ensuring that health screenings are completed accurately and on time.Maintain a safe and professional environment for clients and employees; perform with confidence all aspects of a health screening, including specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures.

This is an independent contractor (1099) position with the possibility of converting to a W2 per diem employee after meeting certain criteria.

Responsibilities:

• Perform biometric screening at client sites including finger stick blood collection, BMI, Blood Pressure and other health screening services based on service package
• Performs basic waived testing technical procedures on blood samples and completes required quality control.
• Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and legible records.
• Participates in training/retraining and continuing education programs as necessary.
• Complies with all designated safety policies and procedures in the work area, including the use of applicable protective equipment when necessary to prevent exposure to potentially infectious agents.
• Understands and complies with applicable federal, state and local laws.Adheres to quality assurance procedures and good manufacturing practices.
• Maintain all HIPAA and OSHA standards while on events.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.

Qualifications:

Preferred Work Experience:

At least 1 year of healthcare experience in a professional setting preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Lift light to moderately heavy objects. The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 15 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 16 to 40 pounds may be lifted and carried occasionally. Objects exceeding 41 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance
• Requires use of phone and PC
• Fine dexterity with hands/steadiness
• Handling stress & emotions
• Concentrating on tasks
• Making decisions
• Adjusting to change
• Examining/observing details
• Sitting or standing for long periods at a time
• Position requires travel

Knowledge:

Must be knowledgeable of required regulations and comply with them

Skills:

• Proficient with finger sticks and manual blood pressure.
• Ability to understand and perform complex procedures and techniques and work with complex instrumentation (Cholestech and/ or Cardio Check experience preferred).
• Skills required for proper specimen and reagent handling, labeling, processing, preparation, transportation, and storage necessary.
• Excellent customer service internally and externally
• Possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, understand and follow detailed procedures
• Basic computer skills necessary including access to internet / email
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Outlook, and Excel

EDUCATION

Some College Courses(Required)

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS

Meet state licensure requirements, if applicable. (Required)

71270

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.