Specimen Processor

Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Erie
Posted on: July 6, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Join Our Team as a Part-Time Specimen Processor at UPMC Hamot – Where Precision Meets Purpose /n Are you looking to take the next step in your healthcare or science career in a role that truly makes an impact? UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA is currently seeking a detail-oriented, dependable individual to join our collaborative laboratory team as a Part-Time Specimen Processor on first shift (4:00 AM – 12:30 PM). This role includes six 8-hour shifts over a two-week period, with every other weekend and rotating holidays, and may offer flexibility to fit your schedule. /n As a Specimen Processor, you’ll be on the front lines of laboratory operations—the critical gatekeeper ensuring specimens are received, sorted, and processed accurately and efficiently. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality directly contribute to timely, accurate patient diagnoses and care. This is a fast-paced, team-centered role where consistency, collaboration, and clear communication are essential—and where your contributions truly matter. /n Ideal candidates may bring healthcare or lab experience, familiarity with medical terminology, a science education background, or a stable work history. But most importantly, we’re looking for individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and support a team that’s committed to excellence. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on lab experience, build foundational skills, and explore career advancement through UPMC’s clinical lab career ladder. /n If you’re ready to work with a team that values precision, teamwork, training, and career development, apply now and discover how far you can go with UPMC. /n In this role, there will be the opportunity to- /n /n - Demonstrate a service-oriented approach by conveying courtesy, respect, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude in all work situations. /n - Show initiative and offer assistance to support the completion of departmental tasks. /n - Monitor pneumatic tube and courier deliveries to ensure timely specimen processing. /n - Investigate and resolve specimen issues, completing quality forms and requesting help when necessary. /n - Separate specimens by centrifugation, label aliquot tubes, transfer as per policy, and store appropriately. /n - Determine and enter specimen receive times into the computer system accurately. /n - Answer telephone inquiries regarding specimen collection, test results, and normal value ranges. /n - Follow all safety regulations when handling biohazardous materials and sharps to prevent exposure. /n - Verify patient specimens with requisitions or labels, and properly request in the Laboratory Information System when needed. /n - Receive, sort, prioritize, and share specimens per lab policy, disinfect work areas, and participate in training new staff. /n Required: /n /n - High School diploma or equivalent. /n - Good oral and written communication skills. /n - Ability to communicate effectively with all age groups and populations of external and internal customers (as well as co-workers) both by telephone and in person. /n /n Preferred: /n /n - Three to six months of experience in a clinical laboratory, physician's office, or other medical environment, including knowledge of or experience in Medical Terminology and Laboratory Information systems. /n - Three to six months of experience in a service environment including call center, customer service center, or product distribution/fulfillment center. /n /n Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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