Mobile Specimen Collector/MA

GeneID Lab • Charleston, WV

12d • $28 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

The Specimen Collector serves as the main link between GeneID Laboratory and patients in long-term care facilities. The role involves collecting, processing, and shipping specimens from residents and staff members for exclusive receipt by GeneID Laboratories. The position requires travel to different facilities, including long-distance driving, and is performed in person.

Requirements

• An associate's degree in life sciences (such as Medical Assistant) or a related field, or a four-year bachelor's degree in hospitality, communication, nursing, life sciences, or a related field.
• A driver's license.
• Comfort handling and troubleshooting technology on site, with assistance from a remote IT support technician.
• Confidence managing client relationships for on-site setup and logistics.
• Two years of specimen collection or processing experience.
• Ability to commute to the work location.

Nice To Haves

• Day-shift availability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect mouth-swab specimens at long-term care facilities and travel between facilities, including long distances.
• Ensure specimens are labeled completely and accurately.
• Process, package, and ship specimens to preserve viability and support quality analysis.
• Operate and maintain equipment associated with GeneID Laboratories as necessary.
• Follow GeneID personal protective equipment (PPE) and sanitization protocols.
• Maintain appropriate supply levels for specimen collection and processing.
• Identify and communicate to management potential issues that could interfere with service delivery, and provide feedback to improve service quality.
• Maintain applicable personal licensure and training requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree