Specimen Processing & Lab Support Specialist

Yale NewHaven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health seeks a Laboratory Specimen Technician to accession and process specimens and support Medical Laboratory Scientists. The role involves handling phone inquiries, registering samples in HIS, and assisting with supplies and equipment maintenance in a collaborative lab setting.

The position emphasizes excellent communication and customer service, basic computer skills, and adherence to quality control standards within a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalency exam.
• Experience not required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Maintains quality control and Quality Assurance standards.

Responsibilities

• Receive, accession and process specimens to ensure timely reporting of results.
• Accession specimens in laboratory information system.
• Handle incoming phone calls and assist with general lab supply management.
• Work with Medical Laboratory Scientists and support staff.
• Perform registration in HIS as needed.
• Assist with inventory and supply management.
• Maintain hardware and equipment as needed.
• Use computer systems for accurate data entry and retrieval.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

HS Diploma or equivalency

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health seeks a Laboratory Specimen Technician to accession and process specimens and support Medical Laboratory Scientists. The role involves handling phone inquiries, registering samples in HIS, and assisting with supplies and equipment maintenance in a collaborative lab setting.

The position emphasizes excellent communication and customer service, basic computer skills, and adherence to quality control standards within a team-oriented environment.