ARUP Laboratories
Processing Tech I
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Processing Tech I
role at
ARUP Laboratories . Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Schedule
Thursday - Saturday (30 hrs/wk)
9:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Department Specimen Processing 232
Compensation Hourly rate is an estimate only which includes shift differential for nights, evenings or weekend shifts. Overall hourly rates will vary based on schedule.
Primary Purpose Works under direct supervision to learn the proper handling of all specimens received at ARUP's central facility and/or University Division and prepares specimens for laboratory testing. The position includes such functions as matching patient information, data entry, aliquoting, and scanning documents.
About ARUP ARUP Laboratories is a national clinical and anatomic pathology reference laboratory and an enterprise of the University of Utah and its Department of Pathology. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
ARUP proudly hires top talent to create a work environment of diversity, professional growth and continuous development. Our workforce is committed to the important service we provide to over one million patients each month. We always strive for excellence and have a strong desire to have involvement with the advances in medicine and the role laboratory services plays within each patient’s life. We never forget that there is a patient behind every specimen we receive.
We are looking for individuals who want to contribute to ARUP's culture of accountability, integrity, service, and excellence. Consider joining our dynamic team.
Essential Functions
Read and sign all department‑specific SOPs and Safety Manual.
Attend Specimen Processing team and staff meetings.
Immediately process specimens as they become available.
Enter patient demographics and process specimens/orders using the appropriate applications.
Order all tests indicated on the requisition.
Process all manual and electronically transmitted tests on submitted paperwork.
Properly comment any additional information on the requisition/packing list.
Follow department process to resolve issues when problems are identified e.g. order EXCEPT TT, EPIC follow up task, etc.
Handle and label all specimens and paperwork appropriately.
Recognize and appropriately handle all specimen types per corporate and departmental procedures.
Properly document all specimen receipt information as outlined in departmental procedures.
Properly document the appropriate client‑provided information on specimen labels.
Ensure all appropriative identifiers are checked on all received specimens/paperwork and electronically. Must ensure all match and all specimens are labeled correctly.
Properly handle specimens requiring a reroute or to be shared.
Place processed specimens on the automated track, or at the appropriate temperature for manual sorting, or deliver to the testing laboratory at the proper temperature if automated delivery systems are not available.
Process specimens at all three temperatures and follow the appropriate procedures for all manual and electronically transmitted orders.
Properly operate the biological safety cabinet.
University Hospital Clinical Lab only: Properly operate the centrifuge.
Proficient in the Internal Test Directory (ITD) or applicable test information catalog as related to accessioning and client submissions/inquiries.
Proficient in all current departmental LIS applications and functions.
Aliquot specimens according to procedure using the proper safety equipment.
Know ARUP and University Division laboratories and be able to determine their locations, hours of operations, and general functions (or be able to find such information using departmental information on Nucleus).
Ability to make sound judgment decisions or checks with Supervisor, Lead, or Workflow Coordinator when needed, before making such decisions.
Assist the management team in handling more complex processing needs including specimen searches and processing compromised shipments when needed.
Observe principles of data security and patient confidentiality. Maintain ethical standards in the performance of testing and in interactions with patients, co‑workers and other health care professionals.
Adhere to all safety policies and regulations including, but not limited to, proper dress code and using proper protective clothing and other equipment.
Remain informed of all procedures pertaining to department.
Perform cleaning duties as assigned.
Assist with departmental projects.
Central Processing: Proficient in the following ARUP applications: Accessioning and Shipment Tracking.
University Division: Properly operate the centrifuge and ensure specimen acceptability and integrity per department protocol.
University Division: Correctly prepare specimens for delivery between ARUP testing facilities by creating packing list according to specimen handling requirements.
Other duties as assigned.
Physical and Other Requirements
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Mobility: Ability to move between work sites and inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
PPE: Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal protective equipment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations and company/departmental policies.
ARUP Policies and Procedures: Conduct oneself in compliance with all ARUP Policies and Procedures.
Abide by the Code of Conduct as outlined in the ARUP employee handbook.
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Fine Motor Control: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Vision: Having close, far, and peripheral visual acuity to perform a variety of tasks such as making general observations of depth and distance.
Color Vision: Perception of and ability to distinguish colors.
Performance Expectations: Regular and reliable attendance. Reliable and dependable performance. Ability to work well with others. Ability to work all required overtime.
Qualifications
Education - Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalent or better in Other or related field.
Experience - Required:
Must be able to maintain the department quality, productivity, and reliability requirements.
Experience (post‑training):
After completion of training, must successfully pass the departmental competency testing exam with a score of 90% or higher.
Preferred Experience:
1 year of data entry experience.
Preferred Experience:
1 year of laboratory experience.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Join to apply for the
Processing Tech I
role at
ARUP Laboratories . Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Schedule
Thursday - Saturday (30 hrs/wk)
9:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Department Specimen Processing 232
Compensation Hourly rate is an estimate only which includes shift differential for nights, evenings or weekend shifts. Overall hourly rates will vary based on schedule.
Primary Purpose Works under direct supervision to learn the proper handling of all specimens received at ARUP's central facility and/or University Division and prepares specimens for laboratory testing. The position includes such functions as matching patient information, data entry, aliquoting, and scanning documents.
About ARUP ARUP Laboratories is a national clinical and anatomic pathology reference laboratory and an enterprise of the University of Utah and its Department of Pathology. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
ARUP proudly hires top talent to create a work environment of diversity, professional growth and continuous development. Our workforce is committed to the important service we provide to over one million patients each month. We always strive for excellence and have a strong desire to have involvement with the advances in medicine and the role laboratory services plays within each patient’s life. We never forget that there is a patient behind every specimen we receive.
We are looking for individuals who want to contribute to ARUP's culture of accountability, integrity, service, and excellence. Consider joining our dynamic team.
Essential Functions
Read and sign all department‑specific SOPs and Safety Manual.
Attend Specimen Processing team and staff meetings.
Immediately process specimens as they become available.
Enter patient demographics and process specimens/orders using the appropriate applications.
Order all tests indicated on the requisition.
Process all manual and electronically transmitted tests on submitted paperwork.
Properly comment any additional information on the requisition/packing list.
Follow department process to resolve issues when problems are identified e.g. order EXCEPT TT, EPIC follow up task, etc.
Handle and label all specimens and paperwork appropriately.
Recognize and appropriately handle all specimen types per corporate and departmental procedures.
Properly document all specimen receipt information as outlined in departmental procedures.
Properly document the appropriate client‑provided information on specimen labels.
Ensure all appropriative identifiers are checked on all received specimens/paperwork and electronically. Must ensure all match and all specimens are labeled correctly.
Properly handle specimens requiring a reroute or to be shared.
Place processed specimens on the automated track, or at the appropriate temperature for manual sorting, or deliver to the testing laboratory at the proper temperature if automated delivery systems are not available.
Process specimens at all three temperatures and follow the appropriate procedures for all manual and electronically transmitted orders.
Properly operate the biological safety cabinet.
University Hospital Clinical Lab only: Properly operate the centrifuge.
Proficient in the Internal Test Directory (ITD) or applicable test information catalog as related to accessioning and client submissions/inquiries.
Proficient in all current departmental LIS applications and functions.
Aliquot specimens according to procedure using the proper safety equipment.
Know ARUP and University Division laboratories and be able to determine their locations, hours of operations, and general functions (or be able to find such information using departmental information on Nucleus).
Ability to make sound judgment decisions or checks with Supervisor, Lead, or Workflow Coordinator when needed, before making such decisions.
Assist the management team in handling more complex processing needs including specimen searches and processing compromised shipments when needed.
Observe principles of data security and patient confidentiality. Maintain ethical standards in the performance of testing and in interactions with patients, co‑workers and other health care professionals.
Adhere to all safety policies and regulations including, but not limited to, proper dress code and using proper protective clothing and other equipment.
Remain informed of all procedures pertaining to department.
Perform cleaning duties as assigned.
Assist with departmental projects.
Central Processing: Proficient in the following ARUP applications: Accessioning and Shipment Tracking.
University Division: Properly operate the centrifuge and ensure specimen acceptability and integrity per department protocol.
University Division: Correctly prepare specimens for delivery between ARUP testing facilities by creating packing list according to specimen handling requirements.
Other duties as assigned.
Physical and Other Requirements
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Mobility: Ability to move between work sites and inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
PPE: Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal protective equipment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations and company/departmental policies.
ARUP Policies and Procedures: Conduct oneself in compliance with all ARUP Policies and Procedures.
Abide by the Code of Conduct as outlined in the ARUP employee handbook.
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Fine Motor Control: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Vision: Having close, far, and peripheral visual acuity to perform a variety of tasks such as making general observations of depth and distance.
Color Vision: Perception of and ability to distinguish colors.
Performance Expectations: Regular and reliable attendance. Reliable and dependable performance. Ability to work well with others. Ability to work all required overtime.
Qualifications
Education - Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalent or better in Other or related field.
Experience - Required:
Must be able to maintain the department quality, productivity, and reliability requirements.
Experience (post‑training):
After completion of training, must successfully pass the departmental competency testing exam with a score of 90% or higher.
Preferred Experience:
1 year of data entry experience.
Preferred Experience:
1 year of laboratory experience.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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