Specimen Collector - 1918

Millennium Health•Lexington, KY

18d

About The Position

The Specimen Collector represents Millennium Health and provides exemplary care and customer service to patients, clinicians, and the laboratory. The role collects patient urine and/or oral fluid specimens, processes and packages collections for shipping, and serves as an intermediary between practices or clinics and the laboratory. The collector records patient, physician order, and laboratory information; resolves specimen concerns related to billing or patient information in the ordering portal; and orders and maintains onsite collection supplies. Observed collections are performed when applicable. Driving between multiple facilities may be required. Male candidates are required for observed collections of gender-identified male patients. The position is based in Lexington, Kentucky, and is full-time, scheduled Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Requirements

Male candidates are required for observed collections of gender-identified male patients.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Ability to navigate a smartphone and computer is required.
A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
Ability to adhere to HIPAA, HiTrust, confidentiality, and compliance policies, procedures, and standards.
Ability to adhere to administrative, physical, and technical cybersecurity controls.
Physical requirements include sitting 60% of the time, walking 20%, standing 20%, and lifting up to 20 pounds.
Successful completion of the applicable pre-employment background screening is required; offers are contingent on satisfactory results.
Location-specific credentialing may be required, including fingerprinting, clearance, TB testing, immunization records, CPR certification, licensure or certification verification if applicable, and location-specific orientation.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of specimen collector experience or at least 1 year of medical-field experience directly supporting patients is preferred.
At least 2 years of customer service experience may be considered in place of medical experience.
Medical insurance or billing experience and/or familiarity with medications or diagnostic codes is a plus.

Responsibilities

Collect patient urine and/or oral fluid (saliva) specimens.
Process and package collections for shipping.
Serve as an intermediary between the practice or clinic and the laboratory.
Record patient information, physician order details, and pertinent laboratory information.
Resolve specimen concerns related to billing or patient information in the ordering portal.
Order and maintain collection supplies inventory onsite.
Observe collections for Millennium Health specimens when applicable.
Drive to and from multiple facilities when required.