Complex Specimen Processor PRN- Microbiology

HCA Healthcare•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Complex Specimen Processor manages and handles inbound and outbound laboratory samples, including tracking, accessioning and registration, preparation, and processing for in-house testing or submission to third parties. The role supports microbiology operations and ensures accurate, timely specimen handling and test order entry. The processor maintains positive patient identification when handling, plating, and labeling samples and slides; follows established specimen policies and procedures; and prepares batches for courier pickup with any special instructions. The position also performs clerical duties, including telephone communications, communicating test results, typing and data entry, retrieving samples, filing paperwork and slides, faxing documents, and assisting with supply inventory.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Knowledge of laboratory methods and specimen collection, culture setup, storage, transport, and testing requirements based on the test requested or ordered.
Excellent communication skills and effective teamwork.
Ability to organize work according to priority.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience in a laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and handle inbound and outbound samples, including tracking, accessioning/registration, preparation, and processing for in-house testing or submission to third parties.
Ensure positive patient identification when handling, plating, and labeling samples and slides.
Enter test orders accurately and in a timely manner.
Apply knowledge of specimen collection, culture setup, storage, transport, testing requirements, and specimen rejection criteria.
Prepare, label, and handle laboratory specimens according to established policies and procedures based on specimen type and testing ordered.
Prepare and receive sample batches for courier pickup, including any special instructions.
Perform clerical duties such as answering and making telephone calls, communicating test results, typing and data entry, retrieving samples, filing paperwork and slides, faxing documents, and assisting with supply inventory.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
Free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off and paid family leave.
Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Flexible spending accounts.
Preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.