Offsite Processor/Handler

BioReference Health, LLC • Henderson, NC

5d

About The Position

Position Summary: Processes and handles specimens according to established
protocols to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with safety standards.
Responsible for proper labeling, documentation, and timely distribution of
specimens while maintaining confidentiality and quality control.

Qualifications
This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization! BioReference, an OPKO
Health company, is the largest full service specialty laboratory in the United
States that gives healthcare providers and patients the power to make confident
healthcare decisions. With a focus on oncology, urology and women's health,
BioReference offers comprehensive test solutions and unparalleled expertise
based on a 40 year legacy of proven science and exceptional service. Join our
team and become part of the journey in making our patients and customers the
highest priority.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills while fostering a positive, professional work environment.
• Maintain composure and accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Adhere to all department, company, Safety, Quality, SOP, OSHA, HIPAA, and IATA regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and proper patient identification at all times.
• Collect, receive, handle, process, and transport all specimen types, including problem, leaking, frozen, and irreplaceable specimens.
• Perform specimen preparation tasks such as centrifuging, aliquoting (manual and automated), sorting, racking, labeling, and packaging.
• Meet established productivity standards for specimen processing and aliquoting.
• Prepare specimens for referral or remote labs and ensure specimen integrity during packaging and transport.
• Handle urine, serum, SST, and other specimens according to procedure and location requirements.
• Accurately enter, track, and document specimen information in designated systems (e.g., SmartSheet, SPM).
• Complete and verify requisitions (electronic and manual), including test codes, specimen types, and patient demographics.
• Maintain logs, temperature charts, worksheets, pending reports, and required documentation.
• Maintain clean, organized, and disinfected workstations and processing areas.
• Perform end-of-shift checks to ensure no specimens are left behind.
• Follow PPE requirements and proper incident procedures for spills, breakage, or accidents.
• Identify equipment or system issues and escalate concerns through appropriate channels.
• Identify and escalate specimen, requisition, or workflow issues to Leads, Supervisors, or Management.
• Demonstrate sound judgment when resolving issues and seek guidance when needed.
• Communicate effectively with lab staff and provide assistance as required.
• Participate in training, meetings, cross-training, and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with training new employees as assigned.
• Maintain flexibility in scheduling to support departmental workflow.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Management, including driving or inter-building deliveries when required.
• Report to work on time and notify supervision promptly if unable to report for duty.
• Maintain professionalism, reliability, and accountability in all assigned responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed