Specimen Processor II, per diem
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Griffin Hospital
Derby, CT, US
Summary
The Specimen Processor performs phlebotomy duties across multiple clinical settings and manages the processing of patient specimens and reports. They are responsible for accurate documentation, patient registration, and utilizing laboratory information systems to support clinical operations.
Job Description
About Griffin Health:
Griffin Health is a community-focused, patient-centered healthcare system recognized for its commitment to high-quality care and innovation. We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented 3rd shift, per diem Specimen Processor to join our dynamic Laboratory Services team.
Main Function:
The Specimen Processor plays a vital role in supporting both clerical and clinical operations within the Laboratory Services department. This role includes the processing of patient specimens and reports, as well as performing phlebotomy duties across multiple settings including:
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Griffin Hospital
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Offsite blood drawing stations
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Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)
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Assisted living facilities
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Home visitations
Key responsibilities include:
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Drawing blood specimens from patients (venous and capillary)
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Ordering laboratory tests and registering patients
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Handling specimen processing and ensuring accurate documentation
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Utilizing laboratory and hospital information systems (LIS/HIS)
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Providing exceptional service to patients and healthcare staff
Qualifications:
Education:
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High school diploma or equivalent required
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Graduate of a recognized Medical Assisting program and/or certified phlebotomy program
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Must hold a current National Phlebotomy Certification
Experience:
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Minimum 1 year of phlebotomy experience required
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Experience in specimen processing strongly preferred
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Familiarity with LIS/HIS systems preferred
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Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word and email communication required
Key Competencies:
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
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Flexibility to travel to offsite locations
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Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and safety
Why Join Griffin Health?
Griffin Health offers a supportive and innovative work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and the community.
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Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving more than 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. Griffin Hospital also serves as the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care and has received national recognition for creating a facility and approach to patient care that is responsive to the needs of patients. Many healthcare facilities around the world send visitors to Griffin Hospital and incorporate its concepts into their healthcare models.
Griffin Hospital is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt subsidiary of the Griffin Health Services Corporation.
Griffin Hospital has more than 280 active and courtesy physicians who have admitting privileges.
Griffin Hospital is affiliated with the Yale School of Medicine and accredited by The Joint Commission.
Griffin is recognized for having industry-leading patient satisfaction ratings and has received numerous quality and clinical excellence awards. It is the only hospital to be named on FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for ten consecutive years.
Founded
1909
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Derby, CT
Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving more than 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. Griffin Hospital also serves as the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care and has received national recognition for creating a facility and approach to patient care that is responsive to the needs of patients. Many healthcare facilities around the world send visitors to Griffin Hospital and incorporate its concepts into their healthcare models.
Griffin Hospital is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt subsidiary of the Griffin Health Services Corporation.
Griffin Hospital has more than 280 active and courtesy physicians who have admitting privileges.
Griffin Hospital is affiliated with the Yale School of Medicine and accredited by The Joint Commission.
Griffin is recognized for having industry-leading patient satisfaction ratings and has received numerous quality and clinical excellence awards. It is the only hospital to be named on FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for ten consecutive years.
Founded
1909
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Derby, CT