Where You’ll Work Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a …
Skills: Specimen processing, Accessioning, Laboratory equipment operation, Centrifugation, Medical terminology
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Where You’ll Work Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a …
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Where You’ll Work Hello humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters…
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Where You’ll Work Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters…
Where You’ll Work Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters…
Where You’ll Work Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters…
Where You’ll Work Hello humankindness Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters …
Where You’ll Work Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a …
Skills: Patient care, Medical terminology, Health information systems, Documentation, Clerical tasks
Where You’ll Work Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a …
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Where You’ll Work Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a …
Where You’ll Work Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a …
Where You’ll Work Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters…
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high school, associate degree, professional certificate
Posted 1d ago
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~16 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Specimen Processor is responsible for accurately accessioning, preparing, and processing clinical specimens while maintaining strict integrity and documentation standards. They must also perform routine equipment maintenance and collaborate with medical staff to ensure the timely and accurate relay of critical laboratory information.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least two years of experience in laboratory specimen processing and hold a Medical Terminology Certificate. A valid California driver's license and intermediate computer skills are also required for this role.
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Where You’ll Work
Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, cancer care, heart care, and a family birth center. Additionally, St. Joseph’s Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Specimen Processor, you will help clinical teams accurately process and accession specimens so they can provide precise and meaningful patient results.
Every day you will meticulously prepare, centrifuge, store, and deliver a high volume of specimens according to strict protocols, ensuring integrity and proper identification. You will be expected to expertly operate various laboratory equipment, meticulously document all actions, and maintain a clear understanding of pre-analytical factors to uphold excellent quality and safety standards.
To be successful in this role you will possess strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, the ability to work independently within a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and compliance with all laboratory regulations.
Accurately accession and process all clinical specimens, ensuring correct demographic information, clinical history, and test requests.
Prepare and process specimens according to established protocols, including centrifugation, storage, and transport, while maintaining specimen integrity.
Perform routine maintenance and calibration of processing equipment, including centrifuges, and troubleshoot any issues.
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all specimen handling, accessioning, and distribution, including transport logs.
Collaborate effectively with ordering physicians and testing personnel to relay critical information and investigate delinquent reports.
Ensure strict compliance with all safety protocols, hazard programs, and regulatory standards, including HIPAA and clinical laboratory laws.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED:
2 years experience processing laboratory specimens
Medical Terminology Certificate required
Valid CA Driver's License
Good communication skills. Ability to handle people in diverse situations
Intermediate computer skills and keyboard operation
PREFERRED:
High School graduate or equivalent
AA or AS degree in chemical physical biological or laboratory science
Related keywords
Specimen ProcessorLaboratory ServicesAccessioningCentrifugeMedical TerminologyHIPAAClinical LaboratorySpecimen IntegrityQuality StandardsSafety ProtocolsData EntryPatient ConfidentialityLaboratory RegulationsSt. Joseph’s Medical CenterAcute Care
Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center is a 450+ bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality tertiary care, medical education and research.
St. Joseph’s includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph’s Heart & Lung Institute, the University of Arizona Cancer Center at St. Joseph’s, and St. Joseph’s Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services.
U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the U.S. for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph’s boasts the Creighton School of Medicine at St. Joseph’s and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children’s Hospital.
Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph’s was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 117 years later, St. Joseph’s remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. The hospital is part of Dignity Health, formerly Catholic Healthcare West.
St. Joseph’s is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona’s healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies.
Offices: 350 West Thomas Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85013, US
Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center is a 450+ bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality tertiary care, medical education and research.
St. Joseph’s includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph’s Heart & Lung Institute, the University of Arizona Cancer Center at St. Joseph’s, and St. Joseph’s Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services.
U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the U.S. for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph’s boasts the Creighton School of Medicine at St. Joseph’s and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children’s Hospital.
Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph’s was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 117 years later, St. Joseph’s remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. The hospital is part of Dignity Health, formerly Catholic Healthcare West.
St. Joseph’s is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona’s healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies.
Offices: 350 West Thomas Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85013, US