Specimen Collections Technician

Cordant Health Solutions•Milwaukie, OR

35d•$19

About The Position

We are seeking a self-motivated Specimen Collections Technician to join our Field Operations team in MILWAUKIE OR, OR SANDY OR. In this role, you will be performing collections for individuals required to complete drug screens as part of their conditions with the criminal legal system or mental health treatment. Our Specialists are responsible for collecting urine, oral fluid (saliva) or hair specimens in accordance with contractual requirements. This position will involve observation of FEMALE participants and requires a FEMALE Laboratory Collection Specialist. If you do not meet this requirement, but are interested in pursuing other opportunities, please visit our Careers page at http://cordantsolutions.com/careers. Shift: FRIDAY 8AM TO 6PM AT MILWAUKIE OR. TUES/WED/THUR 3PM TO 6PM IN SANDY, OR Mileage Reimbursement while traveling between site locations. Salary: $19.00 PER HOUR

Requirements

HS diploma or GED, required
1+ year of experience working directly with customers or patients required
Ability to perform observe collections and collect biological specimens, required
Ability work professionally with no on-site supervision, required
Strong attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills, required
Ability to work effectively handling tight deadlines and de-escalating communications with participants in potentially stressful or dynamic situations with no on-site supervision
Basic computer skills, required
Light to moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.), and sitting/standing for long periods of time, required
Ability to wear scrubs and protective devices (gloves), required

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare, criminal justice, or a similar dynamic field preferred

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, as applicable
Order Supplies (requisition forms, gloves, collection supplies etc.) and maintain inventory at practice location to ensure collection supplies are always available
Communicates client inquiries to Manager and/or Client Services team
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

Cordant supports our employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package to eligible staff (per state regulations) that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 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 (STD/LTD) and Company Paid Basic Life Insurance.

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