Specimen Processor

Unified Women's Healthcare Tampa, FL 33634

Full-time

Full Job Description

Overview:The Specimen Processor will work with cytology, histology and/or molecular microbiology. Experience in those specialties is desirable. Processors will perform various support activities for laboratory technical staff including specimen receipt and triage, specimen processing, ordering and stocking of materials, cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining laboratory workspace. The hours are 3:00 am - 11:30 am Tuesday through Saturday. Responsibilities:

• Receive and process specimens consistent with specimen requirements for testing including positive patient identification, appropriate specimen collection container and specimen transport requirements.

• Identify and accurately label specimens and distribute them to the appropriate testing area

• Perform clerical and administrative duties as needed

• Organize and maintain lab specimen storage

• Organize and monitor lab supplies for appropriate inventory levels as directed by laboratory leadership

• Communicate specimen non-conformities to technical staff and/or laboratory leadership

• Clean and maintain work area and all lab equipment and supplies

• Follow all health and safety regulations when handling laboratory specimens

• Comply with chemical hygiene and/or laboratory safety procedures

• Comply with all lab procedures, processes, and methodologies

• Assists all technical laboratory staff and leadership with additional duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school degree or equivalent; strong data entry skills.

• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred

• 2 years’ experience as a lab assistant, specimen processor, or relevant experience in a lab is preferred