Specimen Resolution Specialist

Millennium Health • San Diego, CA

70d

About The Position

Responsible for investigating and resolving issues that arise during the test entry portion (pre-analytical phase) of processing specimens. Issues are received, tracked and addressed immediately so that processing of specimens with issues can occur in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Associate degree preferred; combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• High School Diploma or GED minimum requirement.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory required.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Strong attention to detail a must.
• Strong problem solving capabilities.
• Time management skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Experience in SOP or Policy adherence to meet the needs of the business and satisfy state and federal regulations.
• Strong email communication a must.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Investigating/resolving pre-analytical specimen issues identified by Laboratory Specimen Processors or Lab staff.
• Document and ensure all information is properly routed to Specimen Resolution Office Staff.
• Inventory Control of all specimens placed on Hold Testing.
• Ensure that each issue identified is handled/resolved in accordance with the current SOP.
• Processes all finalized resolutions received from Specimen Resolution Office Staff in a timely manner.
• Ensure all specimens that receive final resolution are accessioned, aliquoted and prepared for testing through appropriate channels (i.e., Hamilton and Olympus).
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees