Specimen Collector - 1797

Millennium Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Company Match

Paid Time off and Holidays

Behavioral and Health Care Resources

Job summary

Millennium Health in Portland, OR is seeking a Part-Time Specimen Collector to join our clinical support team. You will collect urine and oral fluid specimens, process and package for shipping, and serve as the liaison between practice clinics and our laboratory.

Ideal candidates have 6+ months in specimen collection or 1+ year in medical field, strong smartphone and computer skills, valid driver's license, and a commitment to HIPAA and security standards.

Qualifications

• Experience collecting urine or oral fluid specimens is preferred.
• Ability to handle patient information with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Familiarity with billing codes or medical terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient urine and/or oral fluid specimens.
• Process and package collections for shipping.
• Serve as intermediary between practice/clinic and laboratory.
• Record patient information and physician order details accurately.
• Resolve specimen concerns with billing or patient information in the portal.
• Maintain inventory of collection supplies onsite.
• Observe collection procedures for Millennium Health specimens.
• Drive between facilities as needed.

Skills

Specimen collection

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Phone/computer navigation

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Part Time Specimen Collector

Location: Portland, OR

Schedule: Part-Time | Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 1230pm

Help make a positive impact in your community!

Millennium Health LLC is an accredited specialty laboratory with more than a decade of experience in medication monitoring and drug testing services, helping clinicians monitor use of prescription medications and illicit drugs supporting improved clinical decision-making as part of treatment for millions of Americans with chronic pain, mental illness, and substance use disorders.

The Specimen Collector is a key role at Millennium Health. As our representative, this position provides exemplary care and exceptional customer service to patients, clinicians, and our laboratory.

As a Specimen Collector:

• 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

Ideal Candidate:

• 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.

Millennium Health is a CLIA Certified and CAP Accredited specialty laboratory. We partner with a trusted and accredited background screening provider, to conduct pre-employment background checks. As part of our screening process, we will review the following:

• National, federal, and county criminal history


• Global watchlist search


• Social Security Number (SSN) trace


• FACIS (Fraud and Abuse Control Information System) Level 3 search


• SAM (System for Award Management) and OIG (Office of Inspector General) exclusions


• Education verification


• Driving record (Motor Vehicle Report)


• 5-panel urine drug screening

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of this background check. Offers may be rescinded if the results do not meet the standards established for the position.

Benefits Offered:

• 401k with Company Match


• Paid Time off and Holidays


• Behavioral and Health Care Resources

• Salary Range: $18-21/hr.


• Salary offered is dependent on qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Millennium Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and E-Verify participant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.