Specimen Processing Tech

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Atlanta, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Blood-Borne Pathogens, Computer Skills, Computer Systems, Customer Support/Service, Environmental Work, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Genetics, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, LaTeX Typesetting, Laboratory, Laboratory Testing, Legal, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Material Moving, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Medical Waste, Onboarding, Pathology, Patient Care, Patient Registration, Physical Demands, Precision Testing, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Safety/Work Safety, Sample/Specimen Processing, Shipping/Receiving, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Testing, Time Management, Typing, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Atlanta, GA

POSTED

3 days ago

Overview

Evening shift: 2:30p-11p Monday-Friday with rotating weekends and holidays

Description

+ Processes specimens for testing in a timely manner and orders tests as needed. + Maintains computerized records, resolves and troubleshoots outstanding specimens. + Assists with referral testing when requested. + Uphold the values of the organization including providing and demonstrating exemplary customer service skills throughout the pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes. + Maintains the stock of commonly used supplies, performing routine inspections of supply levels to ensure adequate availability. + Performs preventative maintenance on equipment as required. + Receives specimens and performs proper specimen registration and accessing in the computer. + Verifies complete courier delivery. + Reviews test requisitions and specimen labels for accurate information and orders tests appropriately; follows up on all specimens with incomplete information or questionable test orders. + Initiates pathology resident intervention on unacceptable specimens, as needed. + Processes all emergency orders (STATS) within the required time frame. + Accurately labels and processes specimens for laboratory testing; ensures preservation of the integrity of each sample prior to distributing. + Processes and prepares referral specimens for shipping to reference laboratories. + Reconciles outstanding test orders that have not been resolved through standard operating procedures. + Initiates intervention on unacceptable specimens, as needed. + Participates in quality improvement. + Verifies each sample received is labeled correctly and received appropriately. + Operates departmental computer programs to receive and order laboratory tests as required. Performs troubleshooting as necessary. + Reviews computerized patient information and test requests; checks daily logs and summaries for accuracy and cancels tests as authorized. + Communicates any issues quickly and respectfully to involved clinician. + Observes universal precautions, barrier protection methods and infection control and isolation procedures when working with body fluids and other contagions to ensure a safe work environment. + Takes prompt action to resolve any problem with the registration, collection or processing of all specimens including referral specimen using available procedure manuals or reference materials. + Escalates issues, problems, and opportunities to supervisory level for resolution. + Communicates any issues quickly and respectfully to involved clinician. + Maintains computerized records resolves and troubleshoots outstanding specimens working Pending Report. + Assists with onboarding of new staff as requested. + Works with supervisor to formulate plan for professional development. + Attends educational in-services and training classes for various computer systems necessary for patient registration and referral testing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + High school diploma or equivalent. + 2 yrs sample processing exp preferred; basic computer skills; medical terminology; cert preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division

_Emory Univ Hospital_

Campus Location

_Atlanta, GA, 30322_

Campus Location

_US-GA-Atlanta_

Department

_EUH Lab Support Services_

Job Type

_Regular Full-Time_

Job Number

_165635_

Job Category

_Laboratory_

Schedule

_2:30p-11p_

Standard Hours

_40 Hours_

Hourly Minimum

_USD $18.90/Hr._

Hourly Midpoint

_USD $22.47/Hr._ Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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