Specimen Management Technician, Day Shift, Core Lab

Responsible for receiving and processing requests and specimens for Laboratory analysisentering requests into Laboratory computer system transporting of specimens and using problem solving skills.

• Enters written and receives electronic orders for Laboratory requests into Laboratory Computer System Ensures all specimens received meet specimen acceptance criteria.
• Operates Pneumatic Tube System (PTS)
• Investigates documents and resolves problems or complaints
• Processes Laboratory specimens.
• Serves as trainer and role model for new Specimen Management Technicians and health care professional students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of quality safety and compliance programs.
• Performs area-specific support activities.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

Position Compensation Range: $15.99 - $24.78 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
Experience: No experience required
Licensure: None required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting, standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer data entry. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, heat, cold, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

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