Req Number 120240Job DescriptionAccepts specimens into Central Processing area. Verifies receipt of specimens; and labels and prepares the samples for testing. Sorts samples based on priority of testing and routes routine samples to Core Lab, Reference Lab and Rapid Response Lab, as directed. Registers patients, orders tests for certain predefined patient types (PST, etc.). Performs additional related duties (charting, statistics, charges, etc.).Job Responsibility
Verifies the receipt of specimens delivered to Central Processing area and specimens picked up by the staff on rounds.
Ensures each specimen corresponds to label and order number.
Identifies specimens which need special handling.
Positions tubes into centrifuge (when needed), separates and aliquots samples; saves specimen samples to be tested at a later time.
Sorts specimens and labels for STAT, Core Lab and/or Reference Lab processing and routes in a timely manner.
Ensures the centrifuge is balanced and set at proper speed, temperature and time.
Separates serum from cells.
Identifies each aliquot and saved specimen with name, number, date, test, precautions and special handling.
Maintains a clean, neat and organized work area.
Delivers specimens from Central Processing to various sections of the RRL, Core Lab etc.
Delivers and routes specimens with labels.
Maintains a clean, neat and organized work area
Performs related duties, as required.
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Job Qualification
High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Proficiency in Medical Terminology, required.
Working knowledge of PC applications, required.
Laboratory experience in a hospital setting, preferred.
Computer literate.
Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $24.00-$26.38/hourIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
