Specimen Processor

UPMC; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a Specimen Processor to cover the processing area of the Laboratory. The role involves receiving, sorting, identifying, processing, and distributing specimens and entering data into the computer system.

This full-time position runs 1:45 pm–10:15 pm with shifts every third weekend and holiday. Responsibilities include quality control, safety, and training of new staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to handle specimens with care and accuracy.
• Experience with high-volume lab workflows is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and safety practices required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate service orientation and courtesy in all interactions.
• Monitor pneumatic tube and courier deliveries for timely processing.
• Investigate mistakes, resolve problems, and complete quality forms.
• Separate by centrifugation, label tubes, and transfer samples per policy.
• Verify specimens against requisitions and enter receive times in LIS.
• Prepare, package and send specimens to outside locations as needed.
• Disinfect work area and assist in training new processors.
• Perform routine clerical duties as directed.

Skills

Service orientation

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Communication

Tools

LIS

Job description

UPMC Western Maryland is looking for a Specimen Processor! This position will cover the processing area of the Laboratory. The Specimen Processor will receive, sort, identify, process, and distribute specimens to all technical sections. Enter requisition information and patient results into the computer system; call statistical results, answer phone, code charge slips, train new employees and perform related clerical duties.

This full-time position will primarily cover 1:45 pm to 10:15 pm. Shifts every third weekend and holiday required!

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate service orientation approach by conveying courtesy, respect, enthusiasm and a positive attitude in work situations. Show initiative and offer assistance in the completion of the department's work.Monitor pneumatic tube and courier deliveries to ensure timely processing of specimens.
• Investigate and resolve any requesting mistakes or other specimen problems. Request assistance when needed. Complete quality forms for unacceptable specimens, requesting errors or other problems.Separate by centrifugation. Label appropriate aliquot tubes and transfer as defined by policy; store samples at the appropriate temperature.
• Determine and enter the specimen receive time into the computer. Answer all telephone inquiries concerning proper specimen collection, result, and normal range information.Follow all regulations regarding health and safety concerning the handling of biohazardous patient samples or sharps to prevent exposure.
• Verify patient specimens such as blood, urine and other body fluids with requisitions or labels, making certain that information on the specimens match any paperwork received and correct specimen.Properly request in the Laboratory Information System laboratory information system if needed.Prepare, package and send specimens to outside locations as needed.
• Receive, sort and prioritize ALL specimens according to the laboratory policies.Share specimens as necessary. Notify supervisor of problems and of any requests that need credited or clarified.
• Disinfect the work area after shift and during shift, if needed. Participates in the orientation and training of new laboratory specimen processors. Perform routine technical and related clerical duties as directed.