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Ethos Holding Corp.

Specimen Collector

Ethos Holding Corp., Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Full Time Specimen Collector - Dallas

TSAP

Monday - Friday

8am - 4pm; 30 min lunch

JOB OVERVIEW The Specimen Collector is responsible for collection of patient specimens in physician's office, including; urine, oral fluid specimens, 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. Position may also include, requesting missing patient information from the clinic staff, scheduling specimen collection appointments, and other general office tasks as deemed necessary by Field Operations Supervisor of Core Business.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collect all urine samples, enter data in Laboratory Information System

Collect anterior nasal swabs for Covid-19 testing, if requested at account

Obtain blood specimen collection from patients following Ethos venipuncture protocols, if applicable at the location(s) assigned

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 & training opportunities 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

Work independently and be supervised remotely

Complete assigned computer learnings, remain current with competency sign offs in Media Lab

Other duties as assigned

Requirements PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Regular and prompt attendance

Must be able and willing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when required

Excellent attention to detail, time management skills and meeting 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 varieties of specimen collection

Perform job duties as assigned by Ethos and directly related to Ethos specimen collections

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

Reliable transportation

High School Diploma or GED required

Should client bring on additional testing the Collector is unable to perform, additional training or reassigning may be considered, to the extent that such training or other work is available

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 pass a criminal background check and drug test

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 or valid exemption

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

Salary Description $16.71-$21.32

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