Specimen Processor

Dean’s Professional Services is now hiring a qualifiedSpecimen Processorto work in a Lab Facilityin Lenexa, KY.

We are on a mission to create care that is more convenient and professional. With solutions that are value-based and patient-centered. To accomplish this, we are looking for individuals who share our sense of excellence and are ready to embrace new opportunities

TheSpecimen Processoris responsible for general support functions within the Technical Operations Department.

Job Duties :

• Assist the department manager/supervisor with the day-to-day operations of the surgical pathology area. Help to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of services provided by the grossing staff.
• Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties assigned to the Pre-Analytical Assistant I and develops an understanding of how all the functions in Tech Ops and Specimen Processing work together and how they impact Technical departments and result in quality.
• Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information etc., about sorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage of specimens; can resolve or forward information in support of timely problem resolution.
• Demonstrates an understanding of compliance policies related to test ordering, which requires developing the ability to research test order information on translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
• Meets quality and production standards within 6 months of completing training.
• Completes all required written documentation such that it is understandable to others, legible, and within the assigned time frame.
• Reports to work on time and follows attendance guidelines; supports the department's performance in the event of coworker absences.
• Learns additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing to allow timely progression to the next level.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma – Required
• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Previous experience in a production environment preferred.
• Prefer familiarity with mainframe computers
• Minimal data entry skills
• Good organizational skills
• Understanding of specimen types related to test(s) ordered.
• Clinical department requirements about specimen types and quantity needed for each test, specimen handling, and delivery.
• Understanding of compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change daily
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to change and pursuit of continuous improvement
• Commitment to fulfilling internal and external customer requirements while carrying out routine position responsibilities
• Willingness to actively contribute to a team-based working environment
• Ability and willingness to support the goals of the department regarding staffing needs on weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime
• Tasks and responsibilities must be performed with confidence, accuracy, and promptly
• Performance task proficiency includes but is not limited to the following manual functions:- sorting- racking- pickup and delivery of specimens to the laboratory- specimen storage [this position might also be trained to run the sorters in archive mode]- centrifugation- aliquoting

Job Details:

• Schedule: 11:30 pm – 8:00 am
• Starting at $18/hr. (based on experience) + benefits.
• Full benefits – healthcare, dental, vision, 401k program.
• Temp-to-Hire opportunity

Dean’s Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing solutions firm. Since 1993, DPS has placed over 45,000 professionals across the nation. We work with our clients to provide placement opportunities that match your skill, experience, and personality. For more information please visitwww.deansprofessionalservices.com.