Laboratory Specimen Processor

Description 1.0 FTE – Day Shifts At Olmsted Medical Center, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. To keep up with the evolving trends, Olmsted Medical Center offers the following for employees who are employed at a 0.5 FTE or higher. Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Basic Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Adoption Assistance Plan Minimum Qualifications: Medical terminology preferred Computer data entry skills preferred Previous laboratory and specimen processing experience preferred Strong organizational skills along with the ability to perform to a high level of accuracy preferred Ability to manage high volume, high stress, work situations BLS certification within 90 days of hire Core Competencies: Manages patient orders accurately and efficiently. Performs specimen processing and handling according to established protocols, procedures, and standards of laboratory practice. Exercises appropriate critical thinking and problem-solving skills Applies specimen processing safety standards and specimen management methods to laboratory practice. Job Responsibilities: Demonstrates proficiency in documenting patient specimen flow in Laboratory Information System (LIS). Demonstrates good organizational skills and workflow management. Processes specimens according to requirements, including preparation of specimens for dispatch to external labs as needed. Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills in reconciling patient orders and discrepancies. Maintains a safe work environment and complies with standards for safe practice and standard precautions. Assists with new employee orientation and training. Performs other duties as requested. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Olmsted Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.