Laboratory Collection Specialist (7339)

Cordant Health Solutions • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

Cordant Solutions is seeking a self-motivated female Specimen Collections Technician to join its Field Operations team in Fort Worth, Texas. The role involves performing drug-screen specimen collections for individuals required to complete testing as part of conditions associated with the criminal legal system or mental health treatment. The specialist collects urine, oral fluid (saliva), and/or hair specimens according to contractual requirements. The role requires observing female participants and therefore requires a female technician.

The stated pay rate is $16–$17 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position involves working without on-site supervision, handling participant interactions that may be stressful or dynamic, and performing light to moderate physical effort, including lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds and sitting or standing for extended periods. Employees must be able to wear scrubs and protective devices such as gloves.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience working directly with customers or patients.
• Ability to perform observed collections and collect biological specimens.
• Ability to work professionally without on-site supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with tight deadlines and de-escalate communications with participants in potentially stressful or dynamic situations, without on-site supervision.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform light to moderate physical effort, including lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds and sitting or standing for long periods.
• Ability to wear scrubs and protective devices such as gloves.
• Must be female because the position involves observing female participants.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare, criminal justice, or a similar dynamic field.

Responsibilities

• Collect, log, order, process, and ship urine, oral, and/or hair specimens to the laboratory.
• Maintain organization of the collection site.
• File requisitions, chain-of-custody forms, and associated paperwork.
• Collect and scan insurance information, as applicable.
• Order requisition forms, gloves, collection supplies, and other supplies, and maintain inventory at the practice location.
• Communicate client inquiries to the Manager and/or Client Services team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accruing on day one.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD).
• Company-paid basic life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED