Summary:

The Specimen Processor is responsible for all incoming specimens and requisitions being handled and delegated to the appropriate department for testing.

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:

Must have phlebotomy experience

• Be alert and aware always to ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Proper identification of samples by two (2) identifiers
• Ensure all specimens have been collected for tests that were ordered
• Record samples received at the bottom of requisition
• Access specimen integrity
• Able to follow specimen rejection procedure
• Properly aliquots specimens for send outs
• Knowledgeable of specimen storage requirements
• Familiar with all ADL storage areas and able to retrieve specimens for add-ons
• Follow universal precautions
• Copies requisitions per ADL procedure when required
• Follows chain of custody protocol
• Able to communicate any issues with supervisor/manager when identified
• Enter entire requisition into LIS software (paying special attention to handwritten directions)
• Scan requisitions in Autoclip for documentation control
• When necessary collect specimens from patients for use by clinicians and/or medical technologists for clinical analyses, evaluations, and/or diagnostic procedures
• Check-in all couriers and phlebotomist ensuring they sign-in in the proper logs
• Properly disposes of specimens
• Entering insurance data into the lab software
• The ability to check insurance eligibility

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma
• Intermediate experience with Lab Software
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with varying levels of difficulty.
• A problem solver with the ability to interact with others.
• Excellent listening skills and the ability to use good judgment.
• Has strong work ethics
• Dependable and has ability to produce quality work.