What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specimen Processor position at UPMC?
Launch Your Laboratory Career at UPMC Northwest – Now Hiring a Full-Time Specimen Processor!
Are you detail-oriented, organized, and ready to make a difference behind the scenes in healthcare? UPMC Northwest is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Full-Time Specimen Processor. This essential role supports patient care by ensuring accurate and timely specimen handling, helping fuel critical lab diagnostics every day.
This position offers a flexible schedule with day and evening shifts—typically 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., working Monday through Friday with every other weekend and just 1–2 holidays per year. Some scheduling flexibility is available to support work-life balance. While clinical laboratory experience is preferred, we welcome individuals who are eager to learn and grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
At UPMC, we’re committed to your long-term success. This role provides opportunities for career growth within our world-class health system and allows you to rotate through various laboratory departments, broadening your skillset and expanding your impact. Plus, you’ll receive a comprehensive Total Rewards Benefits package, including health coverage, paid time off, tuition assistance, retirement savings options, and more.
If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to take the next step in your career, apply today and become an integral part of the UPMC Northwest lab team!
Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience and manager discretion.
In this position, there will be the opportunity to-
- Demonstrate a service-oriented approach by treating others with courtesy, respect, and a positive attitude.
- Show initiative by assisting coworkers and contributing to the completion of departmental tasks.
- Monitor pneumatic tube system and courier deliveries to ensure timely specimen processing.
- Investigate and resolve specimen issues or requesting errors; complete quality documentation as needed.
- Separate specimens by centrifugation, label aliquot tubes, transfer samples, and store them at appropriate temperatures.
- Enter specimen receive times into the system and answer phone inquiries regarding collection procedures, results, and normal ranges.
- Follow all safety regulations when handling biohazardous materials and sharps to ensure a safe work environment.
- Verify specimen accuracy by matching patient information with requisitions or labels and request in the system if needed.
- Prepare, package, and send specimens to outside locations; prioritize and share specimens per lab policies.
- Disinfect work areas regularly and assist in training new staff while performing clerical and technical duties as assigned.
Salary : $17 - $26
