Specimen Processor

Sonic Healthcare USA • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Specimen Processor supports the patient care process by ensuring laboratory specimens are properly processed, prepared, routed, and stored. The role requires problem-solving, recognizing when corrective action is needed, and implementing effective solutions. Work takes place in a laboratory environment with biological hazards and personal protective equipment requirements. The employee champions safety, compliance, and quality control.

This PRN role is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with rotating weekends and holidays, and hours varying between 6:00 AM and 2:30 PM. The position has routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI); employees must maintain strict confidentiality, follow applicable privacy and security standards, and access PHI only as required to perform their duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing.
• 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.
• Work in a laboratory environment with biological hazards and follow PPE requirements.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and follow privacy and security standards when handling or accessing PHI.

Benefits

• Free lab services for the employee and dependents.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance are listed among the competitive benefits offered, although the role is identified as not benefit eligible.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match is listed among the benefits offered, although the role is identified as not benefit eligible.
• Opportunity to grow professionally.
• Appreciation for the employee’s work and a sense of satisfaction from helping people.
• A sense of belonging in the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED