Process laboratory specialist job description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Benefits

* Annual Employee Incentive Bonus
* $6,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
* $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($3,000 part-time)
* $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
* $250 Wellbeing Fund per year

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Description

$2,000 Sign on Bonus (Internal transfers and rehires of less than a year are ineligible)

The Lab Specimen Processor reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The specimen processor is responsible and accountable for receiving, processing, labeling, distributing specimens, and performing non-high complexity testing as required. The position requires a thorough understanding of laboratory specimens as well as the HIS/LIS computer systems. The Processor will be required to perform customer service duties and other clerical duties as the job dictates.

Qualifications

Required:

* Maintain organization of work while multi-tasking.
* Attention to detail critical.
* Must be able to follow instructions.
* High school graduate or equivalent.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

401k with 4% company match

Long-term and short-term Life & Disability insurance

And much more

About the Role

The Accessioner/Laboratory Specimen Processor is responsible for proper handling and processing of incoming laboratory specimens for analyzing in the Lab.

Responsibilities

• Verifies all specimens that come in are labeled appropriately and that they match the labels on the requisition to ensure that there are no issues with patient identification and reporting
• Prepares specimens received for testing in reference laboratory
• Enters patient demographics into the electronic medical record
• Reviews and accessions specimens and testing orders for laboratory analysis
• Assists technologists and technicians with the operation of standard laboratory instruments
• Performs routine laboratory assistant duties according to agency standards and protocols
• Performs specimen or reception check, and records information
• Performs proper storage of specimens after testing and properly discard according to SOPM
• Cleans work area and surrounding laboratory after completion of work day
• Requisition review and restock department daily

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or 1 year experience working in a similar role
• Strong data entry and organizational skills
• Great attention to detail
• Understanding of laboratory quality control and assurance
• Knowledge of general laboratory safety issues and universal precautions
• Prior phlebotomy or accessioning experience
• Medical terminology and laboratory testing requirements, including the ability to differentiate different test tube types

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Job Title:
Lab Processor - Nights

Cost Center:
201641184 Lab-Microbiology

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
30

Employee Type:
Regular

Work Shift:
Mon-Fri; night shifts (United States of America)

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY
Work Shift: 8:00 pm-2:00 am, Monday - Friday; some weekend coverage as needed. 30 + hours/week

This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus and evening and night pay differential!

The Lab Processor enters requests and verifies receipt of lab samples for Marshfield Labs. The individual will check samples for proper identification requirements and suitability for testing based on specified requirements and defined rejection criteria. The Lab Processor processes acceptable specimens so they are available for testing or proper storage within the technical areas. The Lab Processor independently completes lab processing duties, including troubleshooting, and determining and communicating resolutions to clients and/or management.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Education qualifications must be from a school whose accreditation is recognized by Marshfield Clinic Health System.
Minimum Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred/Optional: High school advanced science coursework. Post‐secondary courses in one or more of the following areas: medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, keyboarding, computers, medically related courses or related field.

EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: Prior experience in a clerical, customer service or (computer-related) keyboarding role.
Preferred/Optional: Prior experience with sample preparation or processing.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position, which must be maintained in good standing:
Minimum Required: None

Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.

Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System's Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.