Job description

Summary:

Labels and sorts incoming laboratory specimens. Data entry of patient and test information. Prepares and labels specimens for analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in this job description and other duties may be assigned as part of the job.

• Receives specimens from phlebotomists and couriers.
• Enters patient demographics and testing information into laboratory information system.
• Labels specimens using labels produced by laboratory information system.
• Screens laboratory specimens for adequacy.
• Delivers specimens to proper laboratory department for analysis.
• Prepares specimens and requisitions for delivery to reference labs.
• Assists with other data entry and clerical functions.
• May be asked to drive a company vehicle to pick and deliver specimens.Competency:
• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies

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Customer Service

Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal

Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication

Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.

Team Work

Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Written Communication

Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Ethics

Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values.

Adaptability

Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/ Punctuality

Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability

Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative

Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Judgment

Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation

Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.

Planning/ Organizing

Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.

Professionalism

Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity

Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.

Safety and Security

Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High School diploma or GED

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of the following:

• Microsoft Word - Beginner word processing software
• Microsoft Excel - Beginner spreadsheet software

OTHER Qualifications:

Candidates meeting the basic qualifications above will be considered further if they also meet the following qualifications:

Language Ability:

Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Compute rate, ratio, and percentage. Draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to walk and sit.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Hours are Monday to Friday from 02:00 am to 10:30 am with rotating weekends and holidays.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Denver, CO 80239: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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