Specimen Processor

Optum • New York, NY

441d • $33,280 - $56,805 • Remote

About The Position

The Specimen Processor role at Optum involves providing laboratory services by receiving, sorting, identifying, processing, and distributing specimens. The position requires entering requisition information and patient results into the computer system, as well as performing related clerical duties. This role is essential in ensuring accurate and timely processing of specimens in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and on the job training

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of laboratory experience in accessioning and specimen processing department
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform specimen processing
• Knowledge of container and minimum volume requirements for testing
• Knowledge of environmental conditions that effect or alter specimens and test results
• Skill in labeling and dispersing specimens to the appropriate stations
• Skill in interacting with medical staff
• Skill in using multiple computer systems and knowledge of how they work together

Responsibilities

• Accessions or verifies previously accessioned orders in the Order Management System
• Makes corrections to orders as needed before receiving them into the Lab System
• Places barcode labels appropriately onto specimens received
• Centrifuges specimens appropriately
• Prepares and labels aliquots of specimens to various laboratory departments
• Prepares send out manifests for reference lab work and packs specimens according to manifest
• Calls the reference lab as needed to verify specimen requirements and to arrange special handling of specimens
• Alerts the supervisor to improperly collected specimens or mislabeled specimens
• Expedites add on testing by locating a previously collected specimen and building an order
• Performs phlebotomy on a limited emergent basis if properly training to do so
• Maintains a chain of custody for irreplaceable specimens according to MKMG policies
• Maintains patient confidentiality
• Rectifies reference lab pending logs and posts results that are held in the fix queue
• Performs related work as required

Benefits

• $2,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees