Specimen Processor

UnitedHealth Group•Needham, MA

16d•$16 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a Supervisor or Manager, prepares specimens for screening. Will log, sort and organize specimens and triage specimens to respective departments. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
6+ months of experience in a laboratory or medical setting (or equivalent collegiate science coursework such as Biology, Anatomy, etc.)
Ability to work Monday – Friday, 2pm – 10:30pm

Nice To Haves

Previous data entry experience
Previous EPIC experience
Proven ability to maintain professional attitude and appearance at all times
Proven ability to be flexible and exercise good judgment when handling specimens
Proven excellent communication skills
Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with coworkers as well as internal and external customers

Responsibilities

Oversee handling, labeling, and preparation of lab specimens (blood, urine, swabs, cultures etc.) ensuring compliance with protocols
Maintain accurate tracking documentation and resolve specimen-related issues with vendor labs; escalate recurring problems as needed
Prepare and process samples for timely surgical pathology reporting
Train staff on specimen processing and system functions; support ongoing education initiatives
Develop and implement systems for timely and accurate specimen disbursement; maintain knowledge of specimen requirements and communicate updates to staff