Specimen Processor - Fast-Paced Medical Lab

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Peoria, IL is seeking a Central Processing Laboratory Specimen Processor to handle high-volume lab duties in a production-like setting. You will identify patients, triage and route specimens, label samples, and enter demographics and orders into the EMR.

Training new staff and supporting courier dispatch are also part of the role. The position is hourly with a pay range of $18.10 to $20.12 per hour; actual pay depends on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment; customer service experience helpful.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic website navigation.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Positive, professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Handle lab specimen processing and routing in a high-volume setting.
• Identify patients, verify labels, and label specimens accurately.
• Enter patient demographics, orders, and results into the EMR.
• Assist with courier dispatch and timely specimen routing.
• Train new employees and support team operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Website navigation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Professional demeanor

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Epic

Job description

OSF HealthCare in Peoria, IL is seeking a Central Processing Laboratory Specimen Processor to handle high-volume lab duties in a production-like setting. You will identify patients, triage and route specimens, label samples, and enter demographics and orders into the EMR.

Training new staff and supporting courier dispatch are also part of the role. The position is hourly with a pay range of $18.10 to $20.12 per hour; actual pay depends on experience, skills, and internal equity.