Specimen Processor

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation is seeking a candidate for laboratory support role focused on specimen processing. The position requires a high school diploma and involves clerical tasks, ensuring accurate handling of specimens and supporting laboratory staff.

The ideal applicant should have 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare setting. The job entails a variety of responsibilities, from answering calls to reviewing logs and managing laboratory equipment safely.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or related area.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide general specimen processing and clerical support for Laboratory Services.
• Ensure accurate handling and documentation of laboratory specimens.
• Coordinate administrative tasks to maintain efficient workflow.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for providing general specimen processing and clerical support for Laboratory Services. Ensures accurate handling and documentation of laboratory specimens. Coordinates administrative tasks to maintain efficient workflow. Supports laboratory staff with routine operational duties and maintains organization and compliance with departmental procedures.

Essential Functions

• Answers phone calls in a timely and courteous manner.
• Contacts ordering facilities and patients for sample recollection as needed.
• Processes and accession blood, tissue, and body fluid specimens.
• Centrifuges specimens and manages automated instrumentation.
• Loads and unloads samples from laboratory equipment.
• Reviews and reconciles pending logs and investigates discrepancies.
• Performs clerical and processing duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.

Experience Requirements

0-1 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a related area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part‑time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

N/A

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

This position involves intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods, performing tasks with repetitive motions such as typing, intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10pounds, occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects weighing up to 50pounds, occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25pounds, occasional risk of back injury from moving or lifting equipment or materials, occasional risk of injury from use of equipment on the job, and intermittent exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.