Mobile Specimen Collection Specialist

Ethos Holding Corp • Carson City, NV, US

1 day ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Description :

FT Mobile Specimen Collector SCRH

Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm; 30 min lunch

2 locations

JOB OVERVIEW

The Mobile Specimen Collection Specialist is responsible for collection of patient specimens in Long Term Care facilities. Specimens collected to include nasal swabs, urine samples, and blood draws. At times specimen collection may entail picking up other bodily specimens from the facilities in an assigned route. Ensuring integrity of the specimen, obtaining accompanying patient information, shipping specimens, to the laboratory, entering patient information into EMR, or LIS system as needed. Requesting missing patient information from the clinic staff, correcting processing errors and other general office tasks as deemed necessary by Field Operations Supervisor of LTC.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collect anterior nasal swabs for Covid – 19 testing following Ethos collection protocols
Obtain blood specimen collection from patients following Ethos venipuncture protocols if applicable at the location(s) assigned
Process urine collections in Laboratory Information System if applicable at the location(s) assigned
Maintains specimen integrity by following Ethos standard operating procedures and reference materials provided by Field Operations Manager of LTC
Track collected specimens by initialing, dating, and completing requisition forms as well as completion of any Specimen collection logs
Verify patient, label specimens, and prepare for shipment to the laboratory
Maintains safe, secure, and clean work environment by following standard operating procedures
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities & training provided by Ethos
Adheres to Ethos professional standards and policies, meeting federal, state, and local requirements
Greets patients and instructs them in proper specimen collection method. Maintains positive interaction with facility staff and positive representation of Ethos mission and values
Transporting collected specimens to a designated location by a designated time
Submitting accurate payroll time sheets and work / travel mileage logs to Supervisor
Attend requisite Zoom meetings
Other duties as assigned

Requirements :

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Regular and prompt attendance

Must be able and willing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when required

Excellent attention to detail, time management skills and meeting deadlines

Positive attitude and ability to handle highly confidential information and remain compliant with HIPPA

Ability to reflect positive attitude and disciplined work ethic

Ability to work independently, and maximize overall productivity

Meet or exceed quality and accuracy of work standards

Strong interpersonal & patient care skills

Ability to train new staff on Ethos collection procedures

Strong Procedure skills and attention to detail

Ability to perform tasks with sound judgment

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) or more years of specimen collection, medical, or laboratory experience required

Phlebotomy Certificate Preferred, but not required. Sufficient Phlebotomy experience to sit for CPT certification, if ever required by client

Valid state-issued Driver’s License; must be 21 years of age with reliable transportation

Proof of Insurance

High School Diploma or GED required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing

Must be able to work under remote management with limited supervision where the work assignments are subject to established procedures, techniques, and well-defined policies

Ability to perform tasks with sound judgment

Ability to train new staff on Ethos collection procedures

Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug test

Ability to utilize technology to complete work in a remote environment : update personnel documents and complete online training and utilize Aps on a smart phone to clock in and out

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, CDC “Up to Date” status required

Work in varying degrees of temperature (heated or air conditioned)

Position requires sitting, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and / or fingers, talking and / or hearing, and seeing

Work will be performed in a patient facing environment and exposes the incumbent to normal bodily fluids, including biohazard materials

DIRECT REPORTS

None

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