Laboratory Receiving & Specimen Processing Technicia (Part-Time)n REYA
Laboratory Receiving & Specimen Processing Technician (Specimen Accessioning / Lab Support)
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- Pay $17- $20/hr
- Monday through Friday
- 9am-1pm
- Part-Time Employee (20-25hrs)
- Paid Leave
- Laboratory Located in Melrose Park, IL
- Great Team!
- Opportunity to Learn!
Job Summary:
The Laboratory Receiving & Specimen Processing Technician is responsible for the accurate receipt, accessioning, processing, and distribution of patient specimens within a clinical laboratory. This role is critical to ensuring specimen integrity, proper test routing, and timely laboratory turnaround times while maintaining compliance with CLIA, laboratory SOPs, and quality standards.
Responsibilities:
Specimen Receiving & Accessioning
- Receive, verify, and log incoming specimens from couriers, phlebotomy teams, and client sites
- Confirm patient identifiers, specimen type, collection date/time, and test orders
- Accession specimens into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) accurately and efficiently
- Identify and resolve discrepancies such as missing information, improper labeling, or unacceptable specimens
Specimen Processing
- Centrifuge, aliquot, label, and prepare specimens according to test requirements and SOPs
- Sort and route specimens to appropriate laboratory departments or reference labs
- Package specimens for send-out testing following transport and biohazard regulations
- Maintain specimen storage conditions (refrigerated, frozen, ambient) as required
Quality & Compliance
- Follow CLIA, OSHA, HIPAA, and laboratory safety standards at all times
- Document specimen rejections, problem samples, and corrective actions
- Maintain accurate logs for temperature checks, centrifuge use, and specimen tracking
- Participate in audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives as needed
Communication & Coordination
- Communicate effectively with phlebotomy staff, couriers, technical staff, and supervisors
- Escalate urgent or STAT specimens appropriately
- Assist in resolving specimen issues with client sites or internal teams
General Laboratory Support
- Maintain a clean and organized accessioning and processing area
- Stock supplies and notify leadership of low inventory
- Assist with downtime procedures when LIS systems are unavailable
- Perform other laboratory support duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- Experience in a clinical laboratory, specimen processing, or healthcare environment (preferred)
- Basic computer skills; experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) preferred
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to follow written SOPs and regulatory requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior specimen accessioning or processing experience
- Knowledge of specimen handling requirements (chemistry, hematology, coagulation, microbiology, send-outs)
- Experience in high-volume or multi-site laboratory environments
- Phlebotomy or laboratory assistant certification (preferred but not required)
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Frequent walking, bending, and reaching
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
- Manual dexterity for handling small tubes and labels
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