Full-Time Laboratory Specimen Processor

Are you ready to work for a compassionate team? Do you want to work in an environment where you are valued and appreciated? Do you provide the best in patient and customer care? Does being bored and sitting still annoy you? If so Heartland Health Laboratories is the place for you!

Required Experience:
~ 1 -2 Years Experience in Medical field such as; Clinical Laboratory, Doctors Office, or Long Term Care strongly preferred
~ High School Diploma or GED

Wage  Based on experience $14.00 - $17.00
Shift  Full-Time, Monday through Friday 08:00 - 4:30pm  (with 30-minute lunch). Includes a weekend/On Call Rotation in Dispatch once fully trained.
***DRUG FREE WORKPLACE***
On-Site Only - Not a Remote Work Role

Specimen Processor Summary:
Process specimens, check orders, send outs, and lab requisitions for errors. Dispatches phlebotomy personnel, monitors all Dispatch Boards. Releases labels for tubes, label tubes, delivers samples to laboratory, and resolves issues with samples. Files paperwork, answers phones, and all other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:
~ Is an excellent team player and provides fantastic customer service
~ Provides the highest level of patient care and compassion
~ Demonstrates the highest level of accuracy and attention to detail
~ Must be able to multitask and prioritize swiftly and efficiently
~ Demonstrates accountability for any given matter to ensure the highest level of patient care
~ Excellent problem-solving skills
~ Experience with multi-line telephone systems
~ Proficient with computer use and ease of learning new systems

Position Duties:
~ Process morning route specimens for testing, to include collecting, labeling and delivering to lab
~ Process specimens to be sent to reference labs accurately and assure that billing info is correct 
~ Troubleshoot specimen problems and notify facility personnel as appropriate and document action taken
~ Assure that all testing is delivered to the lab and all issues are resolved as efficiently as possible
~ Dispatch phlebotomy personnel as necessary
~ Collect orders accurately into the EMR and other data entry
~ Release labels or assist in releasing labels as necessary
~ File paperwork
~ Answer phones
~ Assist in stocking phlebotomy area with supplies
~ All other duties as assigned

COVID19 Vaccination Information:

Due to CMS guidelines as it relates to payment from Medicare and Medicaid all HHL employees are required to be fully-vaccinated for COVID19. You will need to acquire your 1^st COVID vaccination before your start date and present proof on your first day. If you are fully vaccinated, you will be required to provide proof.