Specimen Processing Technician I

Heritage Lab Services LLC•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

HERITAGE LAB SERVICES is seeking a reliable, experienced, and upbeat Full Time Specimen Processor to unpack and enter all data accompanying specimens received at our Three Rivers Diagnostics location and to begin the testing process, as well as collect samples for our laboratory in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Six months lab accessioning experience preferred; previous medical field experience is preferred.
Basic understanding of Medical Terminology and Laboratory Procedures, Data Entry, Lab Compliance, Microsoft Application, Organizational Skills, Work Independently in a timely manner.
HIPAA

Responsibilities

Receiving and logging incoming specimens, verifying patient information and matching specimen with the requisition form.
Labeling specimens accurately with patient details and sorting them based on test type and priority.
Inputting patient information, specimen details, and test orders into the laboratory information system (LIS).
Aliquoting specimens, centrifuging samples as needed and preparing them for analysis according to established laboratory protocols.
Distributing specimens to the appropriate testing areas within the laboratory.
Monitoring specimen integrity, identifying potential errors, and following quality assurance procedures escalating any issues to direct supervisor when necessary.
Storing and disposing of specimens properly and according to laboratory regulations.
Answers departmental phone calls, and emails in a timely manner
Assist clients as needed
Performs other job-related duties as needed
Supports ongoing changes in a professional manner contributes to a positive work environment and to the team effort of the laboratory.