Lab Specimen Processor PRN, CPA Physician-Cytology, As Needed

Norton Healthcare - Louisville, KY

Full-time

Louisville, KY

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Lab Specimen Processor PRN position at Norton System Services involves admitting patients and processing specimens in a laboratory setting. This role is essential for ensuring accurate specimen handling, patient identification, and compliance with regulatory guidelines. The position is on an as-needed basis, providing flexibility in scheduling while supporting the laboratory's operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Admits patients and processes specimens and orders in the appropriate LIS system.
• Ensures proper patient identification and labeling of all specimens or rejects specimens according to policy.
• Operates the pneumatic tube system and prioritizes specimens into routine and stat categories.
• Centrifuges and aliquots specimens according to tests ordered, accurately labeling all tubes.
• Delivers specimens to laboratory areas and properly stores all specimens.
• Communicates test results to physicians and faxes results upon request.
• Abides by all regulatory and infection control guidelines.
• Performs phlebotomy, morgue duties, and waived or moderately complex testing as needed and approved by the Medical Director.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Nice-to-haves

• One year in a clinical laboratory.