Specimen Processing/Laboratory Information Specialist - General Lab - UH Truman Medical Center (6 days bi-weekly; 6:30a-7:00p)

Responsible for a variety of clerical duties in the Clinical Laboratory. Logs in specimens, processes specimens for reference labs, charts, files, answers telephone, and picks up and delivers specimens. Performs phlebotomy on outpatients (first shift only). Works under close supervision; receives direction regarding tasks to be completed and priorities.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Verbal communication skills to answer telephone, greet patients and visitors, and respond to requests for information

• Must have knowledge of the human development process and ability to work effectively with patients of all ages

• Written communication skills to take messages

• Computer aptitude to use a keyboard and function in a Windows environment

• Good organizational skills

• Must have the ability to walk long distances while pushing a cart

• Must have the ability to file alphabetically or numerically

• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and rotate various shifts, if needed

Preferred

• Completion of course in medical terminology

• Previous phlebotomy experience