Specimen Processor I

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. The Specimen Processor is responsible for receiving, accessioning, processing, aliquoting and preserving clinical specimens prior to analysis and distributing specimens to analytical areas for analysis. The Specimen Processor is also responsible for performing clerical duties in the laboratory, preparing collection kits, aliquoting reagents, checking temperatures, and inoculating patient samples to media. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview The Specimen Processor is responsible for receiving, accessioning, processing, aliquoting and preserving clinical specimens prior to analysis and distributing specimens to analytical areas for analysis. The Specimen Processor is also responsible for performing clerical duties in the laboratory, preparing collection kits, aliquoting reagents, checking temperatures, and inoculating patient samples to media. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• No prior work experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology and specimen processing requirements as might be acquired through a brief period (3 to 6 months) of on the job training.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receives, separates, accessions, labels, and distributes all types of clinical and anatomical specimens from all hospital patients to Laboratory areas for analysis.
• Collects specimens for Urine Drug Screens.
• Answers telephone inquiries from physicians, Hospital Associates, and patients regarding procedures, test status, and reports.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development.
• Ensures “Tracking” is completed and ready for courier on time.
• Assists pathologist with frozen sections in the tissue room.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees