Specimen Processor

OCH•Gravette, AR

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction of the Laboratory Manager and technical direction of the Pathologist, the Specimen Processor/Lab Assistant is responsible for independently obtaining and registering specimens and delivering results to providers in the hospital laboratory and contributing to general operation of the laboratory. The Specimen Processor/Lab Assistant must demonstrate skills in obtaining specimens from all age groups serviced utilizing a variety of blood collection devices and safety devices. He/she must also demonstrate good clerical skills and computer skills in data entry and communications skills with patients, coworkers, and other departments. This position is also responsible for specimen processing of samples sent to approved reference labs and other lab departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
0-1 year experience.
Must hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross. Recertification required before expiration throughout employment.
Must have excellent customer service and communication skills; medical terminology background preferred.

Nice To Haves

A certificate in Phlebotomy from an accredited phlebotomy course or Certified Office Laboratory Technician, or Patient Care Technician (PCT) is preferred.

Responsibilities

obtaining and registering specimens
delivering results to providers
specimen processing of samples sent to approved reference labs and other lab departments

Benefits

Eligibility for health, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan
life insurance
short-term disability
flexible spending accounts
many other elective benefits subject to plan terms
Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis starting first day of employment, up to 3.5 weeks per year based on a 40-hour work week.
Company-paid holidays.

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