Specimen Collector

Ethos Holding Corp•Cape Girardeau, MO

14h

About The Position

Ethos Laboratories is a clinical diagnostic laboratory focused on improving patient outcomes through medically relevant testing and laboratory services. The Specimen Collector collects patient specimens in physician offices and clinical environments, which may include urine, oral fluid, blood, and anterior nasal swabs depending on clinic needs. The role follows Ethos protocols and regulatory requirements to maintain specimen integrity and supports requisition completion, patient information verification, specimen preparation for shipment, and data entry into electronic systems. The position requires professionalism in patient-facing environments, attention to detail, and independent work under remote supervision. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch. The listed salary range is $18.50–$21.50.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Willingness to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Strong interpersonal and patient care skills.
Ability to work independently under remote supervision.
Professionalism and a disciplined work ethic.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability and willingness to perform multiple types of specimen collections.
Ability to work effectively with clinic staff and Ethos team members.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work within established procedures, policies, and compliance guidelines.
High accuracy and attention to detail when completing documentation and handling specimens.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
Comfort using technology in a remote work environment, including mobile applications and online training systems.
Reliable transportation required.
Ability to sit, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive hand movements.
Ability to handle specimens and materials in a clinical environment.
Ability to see, hear, speak, and interact effectively in patient-facing environments.

Nice To Haves

Prior specimen collection, laboratory, or medical experience is preferred but not required.
Experience in customer service, logistics, or data entry environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collect urine and oral fluid specimens in accordance with Ethos procedures.
Perform anterior nasal swabs for COVID-19 testing when required by clinic accounts.
Collect blood specimens through venipuncture when applicable to assigned locations.
Follow patient identification and specimen collection protocols.
Maintain specimen integrity by following standard operating procedures and reference materials.
Complete and verify laboratory requisition forms and associated documentation.
Label and package specimens for transport to the laboratory.
Document specimen collection, including initials and collection date and time.
Enter patient information into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) or EMR when required.
Coordinate with clinic staff to obtain missing patient or order information.
Maintain a safe, secure, and clean working environment while adhering to compliance standards.
Represent Ethos professionally when interacting with patients, providers, and clinic staff.
Participate in required training and continuing education, complete assigned computer-based learning modules, and maintain competency documentation.
Partner with Regional and Territory Managers to support clinic workflows and specimen collection protocols.
Perform other duties related to specimen collection and field operations as assigned.