Specimen Processing & Lab Information Specialist

University Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, is seeking a Specimen Processing/Laboratory Information Specialist for the General Lab. This full-time role handles clerical tasks, logs and processes specimens for reference labs, files, answers calls, and supports phlebotomy for outpatients (first shift).

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, comfort with Windows, and the ability to work weekends/holidays and rotate shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency with Windows OS and basic computer tasks.
• Good verbal and written communication skills for calls and messages.
• Ability to walk long distances with a cart and file alphabetically or numerically.

Responsibilities

• Log in and process specimens for reference labs.
• Chart, file, answer telephone, and pick up/deliver specimens.
• Perform phlebotomy on outpatients (first shift only).
• Work under supervision with assigned priorities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer aptitude

Organization

Multitasking

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, is seeking a Specimen Processing/Laboratory Information Specialist for the General Lab. This full-time role handles clerical tasks, logs and processes specimens for reference labs, files, answers calls, and supports phlebotomy for outpatients (first shift).

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, comfort with Windows, and the ability to work weekends/holidays and rotate shifts.