Mobile Specimen Collector

Description

PT Mobile Specimen Collector

Monday - Friday 9AM - 1PM support at WSPI

Afternoons PRN with gathering and submitting supporting medical record documentation from surrounding clients

JOB OVERVIEW

The Specimen Collector is responsible for collection of patient specimens in physician’s office, including; urine, oral fluid specimens, blood and potentially Covid-19 specimens. Specimen Collectors also complete requisition forms for specimen testing, ensuring integrity of the specimen, obtain accompanying patient information, shipping specimens to the laboratory, and entering patient information into EMR, or LIS system as needed. The position may also include requesting missing patient information from the clinic staff, scheduling specimen collection appointments, and performing other general office tasks as deemed necessary by the Field Operations Supervisor of Core Business.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collect all specimen samples following established processes and procedures. Enter data into the Laboratory Information System at assigned locations.
• Travel to various Ethos client locations within a reasonable driving distance, including multiple locations in a single day
• Follows established patient protocol
• Maintains specimen integrity by following Ethos standard operating procedures and reference materials provided by Core Business Field Supervisor
• Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and completing paper requisition forms
• Labels specimen for identification purposes and prepares sample for shipment to lab
• Maintains safe, secure, and clean work environment by following standard procedures, and compliance guidelines
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities & assigned trainings provided by Ethos
• Adheres to Ethos professional standards, policies and procedures, and meets federal, state, and local requirements
• Maintains positive interaction with patients and clinic staff, representing Ethos core values
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regular and prompt attendance
• Flexibility to travel within a defined geographic area and on short notice
• Must be able and willing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) 
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail, time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to handle highly confidential information and remain compliant with HIPAA
• Ability to reflect positive attitude and disciplined work ethic 
• Ability to work independently and supervised remotely
• Strong interpersonal & patient care skills 
• Strong technical ability to perform tasks with sound judgment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Willing and able to complete all matrices of specimen collection 
• Partner with Regional and Territory Managers to provide strong team representation and set up proper protocols for specimen collection.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Specimen collection, medical, or laboratory experience preferred, but not required
• Customer service, Logistics, Data Entry experience preferred, but not required
• Valid state-issued Driver’s License; must be 21 years of age with reliable transportation 
• High School Diploma or GED required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing
• Must be able to work under limited and remote supervision where the work assignments are subject to established procedures, techniques, and well-defined policies 
• Skill with completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• 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