Specimen Management Coordinator
About The Position
The Specimen Management Coordinator precisely and efficiently manages patient specimens from collection through testing to support specimen integrity, accurate diagnostics, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. The role oversees specimen receipt, processing, storage, and dispatch in accordance with established protocols; troubleshoots specimen-related issues; manages supplies and documentation; trains staff on specimen handling; supports compliance and quality improvement; and serves as a liaison among collection sites, laboratories, and clinical staff. The coordinator monitors department workflow and helps the supervisor and team balance workload. The role practices positive patient identification for all samples, performs phlebotomy according to applicable procedures, and makes appropriate decisions regarding specimen ordering and processing. The coordinator also assists with dispatching staff based on business needs and provides staff training under the supervisor’s direction. The position is based at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, a 1,045-bed facility in the Texas Medical Center. The hospital is a joint venture with Baylor College of Medicine and is recognized for research and clinical excellence. Its McNair Campus is a 27.5-acre campus designed around the human experience and focused on patient care, research, and education.
Requirements
- High school graduate in General Studies and 3 years of phlebotomy experience, upon hire; alternatively, a High School GED in General Studies and 3 years of phlebotomy experience, upon hire.
- Basic Life Support (CPR) certification within 90 days.
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Comprehensive specimen management knowledge.
- Problem-solving and excellent communication skills.
- Commitment to accuracy, safety, and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Oversee specimen flow, including receipt, processing, storage, and dispatch, while following protocols.
- Maintain specimen integrity and support accurate diagnostics, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Troubleshoot specimen-related issues and reconcile specimen ordering and processing.
- Manage supplies and documentation.
- Train staff on specimen handling and assist with staff training under the supervisor’s direction.
- Participate in quality improvement.
- Serve as a liaison between collection sites, laboratories, and clinical staff.
- Monitor department workflow and assist the supervisor and team in balancing workload.
- Practice positive patient identification with all samples.
- Perform phlebotomy according to applicable procedures.
- Assist with dispatching staff according to business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
