Clinical Specimen Processing Specialist
Where
- Saint Paul, MN
What you'll be doing
- Receive, identify, and sort packages based on sample type, testing, and client. Recognize and expedite STAT and priority testing; direct samples to appropriate testing area. Open and verify package contents are appropriate for orders sent. Evaluate requests for accuracy, completeness, and integrity of specimens. Perform order entry into the clinical Antrim database. Accession and prepare all sample types for testing including but not limited to clinical testing, microbiology testing, forensic confirmations, meconium testing, and drugs of abuse testing. Create an aliquot sample when indicated. Deliver samples to appropriate testing areas while maintaining appropriate transport and stability requirements.
What your background should be
- Previous experience in clinical processing preferred. Knowledge of specimen types tubes and media; strong memorization skills; able to decipher relevance of information on requisitions is preferred. Have an understanding of HIPAA regulations and universal precautions when dealing with patient samples. Have a clear understanding of chain of custody orders and have the ability to properly complete and maintain a chain of custody when required.
Required Schooling / Training
- Associate degree in a medical related field or equivalent.
Who is the client company
- This American company provides leading-edge medical laboratory tests and services through a national network of primary clinical laboratories and specialty testing laboratories.
- If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com
