Specimen Processor
Specimen Processor
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Job Description
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Organization:
SMFSutter Med Foundation CentralPosition Overview:
Performs duties primarily related to receiving handling and processing specimens for Laboratory testing. Completes order entry of laboratory tests in the Lab Information System. Receives sorts and accessions specimens assigning to appropriate preanalytic and analytic workflow. Also performs basic postanalytic tasks including distributing reports storing and/or retrieving specimens. Completes qualityrelated tasks such as documentation of work maintaining a clean stocked and safe work area and monitoring pending work as well as escalating priority work. Operates and/or uses basic preanalytic lab equipment. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations codes policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.Job Description:
EDUCATION:
HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Basic knowledge and practices of standard principles processes procedures and equipment related to
1 ordering Laboratory testing and
2 handling and processing biological specimens routinely submitted to the Laboratory for analysis.
Ability to accurately precisely and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks.
Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes
Workflow Management Knowledge of how to appropriately respond to:
1 fluctuations in volume
2 unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information system failure
3 shifttoshift handoffs
4 STAT test orders
5 specimen integrity issues and
6 regular review of pending logs priority assignments etc.
Ability to follow standard practices processes and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations codes policies and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.
Solid critical thinking in applying knowledge and decisionmaking. Knowledge of and ability to recognize and appropriately escalate basic and common deviations problems unusual occurrences and unexpected outcomes.
Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a collaborative setting where the communication of current factual and relevant work information is required.
Job Shift:
VariedSchedule:
Full TimeShift Hours:
6Days of the Week:
Monday Friday VariableWeekend Requirements:
Rotating WeekendsBenefits:
YesUnions:
NoPosition Status:
NonExemptWeekly Hours:
32Employee Status:
RegularSutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $25.11 to $31.38 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidates experience education skills licensure and certifications department equity training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Employment Type
Full-Time
