Specimen Processor Team Lead
About The Position
The Specimen Processor Team Lead performs a vital part of the patient care process by ensuring laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored. The role requires recognizing when corrective action is needed and implementing effective solutions, while championing safety, compliance, and quality control. Work takes place in a laboratory environment with biological hazards and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. The position is located in Memphis, Tennessee, and is full-time and benefit-eligible, with 40 scheduled weekly hours and availability that includes 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with rotating weekends and holidays. The role has routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI); employees receive training on safeguards and must maintain strict confidentiality and follow applicable privacy and security standards, accessing PHI only when required for job duties.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including telephones, computers, centrifuges, and audible alarms.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of related experience in a clinical laboratory, data entry, or production.
Responsibilities
- Process, prepare, route, and store laboratory specimens properly.
- Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions.
- Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and follow applicable privacy and security standards when accessing PHI.
Benefits
- Free lab services for the employee and dependents.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with a company match.
- Opportunity to grow professionally.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
