Specimen Processor: Precise, Stat-Ready Lab Support

United-Westlabs,-Inc.-3; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

United WestLabs is seeking a detail-oriented Specimen Processor to join our laboratory operations team. You will ensure accurate receipt, verification, and routing of patient specimens for testing, with a strong focus on data entry and quality.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, maintain high standards of patient safety, and support healthcare providers and laboratory staff through courteous service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently process specimen requisitions, ensuring all patient information, billing information, and test orders are complete and correctly entered into laboratory systems.
• Verify that specimens received correspond with physician orders and ensure all specimens are properly labeled and matched to the appropriate testing requirements in accordance with established laboratory procedures.
• Prioritize and process STAT and time-sensitive specimens promptly to support timely patient care and laboratory turnaround times.
• Print, organize, and distribute patient charts and related documentation as requested.
• Provide courteous, professional, and timely assistance to internal and external customers by responding to inquiries and communicating accurate information.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by properly handling, collecting, transporting, and disposing of specimens and biohazardous materials in accordance with laboratory policies, infection control standards, and applicable safety regulations.
• Adhere to all laboratory quality assurance, confidentiality, safety, and compliance requirements, including the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Support billing operations by separating, organizing, and processing requisitions as required.
• Perform courier duties and specimen transportation activities when assigned.
• Deliver laboratory supplies, materials, and documentation to designated locations as needed.
• Obtain and verify additional patient, provider, or specimen information when necessary to facilitate accurate processing.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and other departments to ensure efficient workflow and exceptional service.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by Laboratory Operations and Processing Management.

Job description

United WestLabs is seeking a detail-oriented Specimen Processor to join our laboratory operations team. You will ensure accurate receipt, verification, and routing of patient specimens for testing, with a strong focus on data entry and quality.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, maintain high standards of patient safety, and support healthcare providers and laboratory staff through courteous service and teamwork.