Specimen Processing Technician

DCH Health System; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Overview: Oversees the processing of all specimens received in laboratory including evaluating specimen integrity, ordering of specimen, aliquotting specimens and packaging specimens for outside testing. Performs clerical functions in data entry, reporting, and posting of laboratory reports.

Responsibilities include transporting specimens, operating and maintaining processors, assisting with call center support, stocking supplies, documenting tasks, training staff, and ensuring workflow across

Qualifications

• High school graduate or possess a GED certificate. Preferable laboratory work experience, but not required.
• Must be able to operate general office equipment, appropriate laboratory equipment and computers.
• Abilities are demonstrated in areas of assigned responsibilities by successful completion of annual laboratory competency testing.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Transports and receives specimens with knowledge regarding age specific laboratory needs of the patient.
• Operates and performs maintenance on processor equipment. Troubleshooting when needed to ensure analyser is working properly.
• Assists with Laboratory Call Center Tech when needed.
• Performs clerical duties necessary to process laboratory specimens, reports and logs.
• Inventories and stocks supplies. Checks, inspects and ensures proper storage and handling.
• Assists with employee counseling and guidance.
• Responsible for all documentation required for the tasks performed.
• Assists in training of pre-analytical employees.
• Assists in monitoring workflow in processing and referral testing areas
• Is in charge of preanalytical operations in the absence of the Administrative Supervisor, and Technical Specialist.

Skills

Clerical skills

English literacy

Mobility/physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Laboratory equipment

Computers

Job description

Overview: Oversees the processing of all specimens received in laboratory including evaluating specimen integrity, ordering of specimen, aliquotting specimens and packaging specimens for outside testing. Performs clerical functions in data entry, reporting, and posting of laboratory reports.

Responsibilities include transporting specimens, operating and maintaining processors, assisting with call center support, stocking supplies, documenting tasks, training staff, and ensuring workflow across