Specimen Processor I | University | Days

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur is seeking a Specimen Processor to receive, accession, process, aliquot and preserve clinical specimens for analysis and distribute specimens to analytical areas.

You will perform clerical duties, prepare collection kits, aliquot reagents, check temperatures, and inoculate patient samples to media, supporting the lab team while upholding MLH Mission and Values.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and specimen processing requirements.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic as part of daily tasks.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receives, separates, accession, labels, and distributes all types of clinical and anatomical specimens for analysis.
• Collects specimens for Urine Drug Screens.
• Answers telephone inquiries from physicians, hospital associates, and patients regarding procedures and test status.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development.
• Ensures tracking is completed and ready for courier on time.
• Assists pathologist with frozen sections in the tissue room.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Skills

Medical terminology

Specimen processing

Basic arithmetic

Read and follow instructions

Operate office equipment

Telephone inquiries handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

The Specimen Processor is responsible for receiving, accessioning, processing, aliquoting and preserving clinical specimens prior to analysis and distributing specimens to analytical areas for analysis. The Specimen Processor is also responsible for performing clerical duties in the laboratory, preparing collection kits, aliquoting reagents, checking temperatures, and inoculating patient samples to media. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview The Specimen Processor is responsible for receiving, accessioning, processing, aliquoting and preserving clinical specimens prior to analysis and distributing specimens to analytical areas for analysis. The Specimen Processor is also responsible for performing clerical duties in the laboratory, preparing collection kits, aliquoting reagents, checking temperatures, and inoculating patient samples to media. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Receives, separates, accessions, labels, and distributes all types of clinical and anatomical specimens from all hospital patients to Laboratory areas for analysis.
• Collects specimens for Urine Drug Screens.
• Answers telephone inquiries from physicians, Hospital Associates, and patients regarding procedures, test status, and reports.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development.
• Ensures “Tracking” is completed and ready for courier on time.
• Assists pathologist with frozen sections in the tissue room.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education / Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Work Experience Requirements Preferred - No prior work experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology and specimen processing requirements as might be acquired through a brief period (3 to 6 months) of on the job training.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Supervision Provided by this Position

There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this job.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work – exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

About Us & Why Join Us

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.