LABORATORY COLLECTION SPECIALIST

Cordant Health Solutions • Fort Worth, TX

7d • $16 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Cordant is seeking a self-motivated female Specimen Collections Technician for its Field Operations team in Fort Worth, Texas. The role collects specimens from people required to complete drug screens as a condition of involvement with the criminal legal system or mental health treatment. Specimens include urine, oral fluid (saliva), and hair, and must be collected in accordance with contractual requirements. The position involves observing female participants and therefore requires a female technician.

This is a full-time, weekday day-shift position, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The hourly pay range is $16–$17. The work location is in Fort Worth, Texas, and travel is not required. Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, subject to state regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 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 handle 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, as the role 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 fluid, 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 supplies, including requisition forms, gloves, and collection 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 1.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (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