Job Description
Job Description
Overview
A Specimen Processor I prepares and handles specimens received for testing.
Responsibility
Overview
A Specimen Processor I prepares and handles specimens received for testing.
Responsibility
- Works under the direct supervision of an employee or supervisor who is trained and competent in all relative procedures and processes pertaining to accessioning as well as other assigned processes.
- Prepares and handles specimens for testing:
- Assigns specimens an internal tracking number (accession ID).
- Compares and verifies identifiers on specimens match the test order.
- Ensures specimens are labeled appropriately.
- Scans, files, and electronically saves paperwork received with specimens.
- Transports specimens to testing labs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains competency in all assigned laboratory policies and procedures.
- Observes all compliance and regulatory requirements, par...