Part Time Specimen Processor I

Myriad Genetics•Mason, OH

11h

About The Position

Overview A Specimen Processor I prepares and handles specimens received for testing. Specimen Processors will work with management and quality team members to ensure laboratory activities are defined, documented, and completed to support inspection readiness. They will also ensure compliance is maintained through procedures, training, and documentation. Responsibility Works under the direct supervision of an employee or supervisor who is trained and competent in all relative procedures and processes pertaining to accessioning as well as other assigned processes. Prepares and handles specimens for testing: Assigns specimens an internal tracking number (accession ID). Compares and verifies identifiers on specimens match test order. Ensures specimens are labeled appropriately. Communicates important information pertaining to testing. Looks for and documents problems with specimens. Scans, files, and electronically saves paperwork received with specimens. Files and temporary stores specimens until test release. Transports specimens to testing labs. Packages specimens for return, or external/internal lab send out. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with and maintains competency in all assigned laboratory policies and procedures. Observes all compliance and regulatory requirements, particularly those associated to data security and patient confidentiality. Actively participates in and maintains accepted laboratory standards for continuing education. Maintains ethical standards in the performance of testing and in interactions with co-workers and other staff. Plays an active role within the team and helps to create a positive work environment. This includes participating in team building events and communicating positively with others. Arrives to work on time and is regular in attendance. Meets productivity and quality standards/rates set by the department and lab operations. Works with team members to resolve department problems and help implement improvement projects. Supports leadership by providing feedback to better support the team and needs of the department. This includes responding to department and company surveys.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Data entry experience preferred.
Excellent organizational, communication, multitasking and teamwork skills.
Detail oriented with the ability to multitask.
Basic computer knowledge needed.

Nice To Haves

Data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and handles specimens received for testing
Works with management and quality team members to ensure laboratory activities are defined, documented, and completed to support inspection readiness
Ensures compliance is maintained through procedures, training, and documentation
Assigns specimens an internal tracking number (accession ID)
Compares and verifies identifiers on specimens match test order
Ensures specimens are labeled appropriately
Communicates important information pertaining to testing
Looks for and documents problems with specimens
Scans, files, and electronically saves paperwork received with specimens
Files and temporary stores specimens until test release
Transports specimens to testing labs
Packages specimens for return, or external/internal lab send out
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with and maintains competency in all assigned laboratory policies and procedures
Observes all compliance and regulatory requirements, particularly those associated to data security and patient confidentiality
Actively participates in and maintains accepted laboratory standards for continuing education
Maintains ethical standards in the performance of testing and in interactions with co-workers and other staff
Plays an active role within the team and helps to create a positive work environment
Arrives to work on time and is regular in attendance
Meets productivity and quality standards/rates set by the department and lab operations
Works with team members to resolve department problems and help implement improvement projects
Supports leadership by providing feedback to better support the team and needs of the department