Specimen Management Tech - Elmgrove (Per Diem, Variable Shifts)

Job Title: Specimen Management Tech
Department: Laboratory - Specimen Processing
Location: Elmgrove | 160 Elmgrove Pk. Rochester, NY 14624
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: Variable Shifts

SUMMARY

The Specimen Management Tech assures accurate patient registration, data entry of testing orders and billing information of all lab specimens into the hospital, pathology and/or lab computer system/s, prepares samples for testing, sorts, and triages samples appropriately.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs data entry and labeling of laboratory samples accurately and timely.
• Prepares laboratory samples accurately and timely for laboratory testing.
• May be asked to operate imaging system as appropriate and be able to retrieve requisitions as requested or may maintain a manual filing system for outpatient/inpatient requisitions.
• Maintains knowledge and competency of HIS and LIS computer systems and has knowledge of many areas of the department. Has a working knowledge of common operating systems and navigates through them appropriately.
• May perform limited training as requested.
• Communicates effectively with floors and physicians regarding laboratory testing, results, sample requirements and issues with improper labeling of specimens.
• May transport specimens to department. May prepare specimens and paperwork accurately for transfer and testing done in other departments or reference labs.
• For Medical Technology Student Intern only: Performance of simple laboratory procedures (none requiring interpretation or resulting) under the direction of licensed staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess skills and the ability to understand written instruction and receive and transmit information correctly.
• Data entry/computer skills.
• Medical terminology and understanding of billing issues preferred.
• For Medical Technology Student Intern only: Enrollment in a Program of Medical Technology.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE: $18.75 - $20.00