Specimen Processor - UPMC Harrisburg at UPMC

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organized, Detail-Oriented, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Specimen Processing, Laboratory Operations, Medical Terminology, Clerical Tasks, Quality Control, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Data Entry, Safety Protocols, Training, Pneumatic Tube Monitoring, Phone Inquiries

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Specimen Processor – Join the UPMC Harrisburg Laboratory Team UPMC Harrisburg is seeking a Full-Time Specimen Processor to join our laboratory team! This position works evening shifts from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., including every third Saturday. In this important role, you’ll receive, sort, and process specimens for all laboratory sections, ensuring accuracy and efficiency at every step. You’ll enter requisition data and patient results into the computer system, handle phone inquiries, report critical results, and assist with clerical tasks such as coding charge slips. You’ll also have the opportunity to train new team members and play a key part in maintaining smooth laboratory operations. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and ready to support exceptional patient care, apply today to grow your career with UPMC Harrisburg! Responsibilities: Provide courteous, professional, and positive service in all work interactions. Assist in department workflow and demonstrate initiative to support team tasks. Monitor pneumatic tube and courier deliveries to ensure timely specimen processing. Investigate and resolve specimen issues, complete quality forms for errors or unacceptable samples. Centrifuge, label, aliquot, and store specimens according to policy and proper temperature. Enter specimen receive times, verify patient information, and ensure accurate matching with requisitions. Answer phone inquiries regarding specimen collection, results, and normal ranges. Prepare, package, and send specimens to outside locations as required. Receive, sort, prioritize, and share specimens; notify supervisor of issues or corrections needed. Maintain a clean and safe work area, follow biohazard and safety protocols, and assist with training new staff. High School diploma or equivalent. Three to six months of experience in a clinical laboratory, physician's office, or other medical environment preferred, including knowledge of or experience in Medical Terminology and Laboratory Information systems. Three to six months of experience in a service environment including call center, customer service center, or product distribution/fulfillment center preferred. Good oral and written communication skills required. Ability to communicate effectively with all age groups and populations of external and internal customers (as well as co-workers) both by telephone and in person. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Specimen Processor will receive, sort, and process specimens for all laboratory sections while ensuring accuracy and efficiency. This role also involves entering requisition data, handling phone inquiries, and assisting with clerical tasks.