Laboratory Processor - Full Time - Day Shift - West Penn Hospital
About The Position
The Laboratory Processor receives, prepares, and processes specimens delivered to the laboratory. The role registers patients, enters test orders, verifies specimen identification, prepares specimens according to department procedures, and supports laboratory operations. It also includes maintaining work areas and supplies, providing administrative support, operating and maintaining instrumentation, and mentoring MLA students in specimen processing. Employees are expected to follow company policies, applicable laws, ethical and behavioral standards, and requirements for protecting confidential information, including HIPAA and data security policies.
Requirements
- At least 3 months of experience in a clinical laboratory setting, registration, or medical terminology; experience acquired as part of a training or degree program may qualify.
Nice To Haves
- Laboratory training program or degree in clinical sciences.
Responsibilities
- Register patients and enter test orders accurately and efficiently into the laboratory information system to support proper testing and patient-account charges.
- Verify specimen identification and prepare and process specimens according to department procedures and protocols.
- Maintain cleanliness of the work area and ensure adequate supplies for efficient laboratory operations.
- Provide support by answering telephones, faxing reports, and handling send-outs.
- Operate and maintain instrumentation, recognize problems, and take appropriate action.
- Mentor MLA students in specimen processing using WPAHS policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
- Comply with the code of business conduct, company policies, applicable laws and regulations, training requirements, HIPAA, and data security guidelines; protect covered, payment-card, and confidential customer information.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
