Laboratory Collection Specialist On-Call

Company: Cordant Health Solutions
Location: Portland
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Company IntroMake a Difference Every Day Help Achieve Remarkable Outcomes in Addiction Treatment and Change Lives Join a Growing Company with Opportunity for Career Advancement We are Navis Laboratories, and we are made up of motivated and compassionate team members who provide innovative tools and services to provide accurate testing results. We are responsible for the biological, microbiological, serological, chemical, immunohematological, hematological, biophysical, cytological, pathological, or other examination of materials derived from the human body for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of human beings.
Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic PRN/ON-CALL Laboratory Collection Specialist to join our Field Operations team in and around Portland, Oregon. The selected candidate will be working in Addiction Treatment Clinics, tasked with observed collections, logging, ordering, processing, and shipping urine, hair, and oral fluid (saliva) specimens for drug testing. We are looking for a candidate who is comfortable working in a dynamic environment with patients being tested for controlled substances. Strong people skills and reliable transportation are a must.This position will be on-call to cover for staff absences, providing coverage for the day shift ranging from Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm. - PRN/On-Call schedules will be set with as much notice as possible based on staff absences, but some last-minute fill-ins will be required covering for sick-time, etc. The pay range for this role will be $16.75-$18.75 per hour, depending on experience. Please contact us for more information!
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:

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• Collect, log, order, process, and ship urine, oral, and/or hair specimens to the laboratory
  
• Maintain organization in the collection of all specimens
  
• Assemble samples for shipping
  
• File requisitions, chain of custody forms, and associated paperwork
  
• Collect and scan insurance, as applicable
  
  Qualifications
  Education and Experience:
  
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  • HS diploma or GED is required
    
  • Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist, or Nursing Assistant experience preferred
    
  • Experience in a medical office or treatment clinic is preferred
    
    -Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
    
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    • Ability to read names, test codes, follow basic instructions
      
    • Must have basic computer skills
      
    • Must be comfortable working with remote supervision
      
    • Strong attention to detail
      
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills
      
    • Self-motivated with the ability to work under and meet strict deadlines individually as well as -in a team environment
      
      Working Conditions:
      
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      • Contact with biological specimens
        
      • Requires protective devices
        
      • May be required to lift up to 25lbs
        
      • Must be able to stand for long periods of time
        
      • Must be able to perform observed collections if required
        
      • Must be able to work in fast-paced environments efficiently
        
        Washington and Oregon Only:
        These states issued a proclamation requiring that all workers in "Healthcare Settings" must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. - This position with Cordant Health Solutions is considered to be included in that requirement. In order to be considered for this role you must be fully vaccinated, or be willing to get fully vaccinated within 72 hours of acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Qualifying physical disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may qualify for an exemption, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
        BenefitsAbout Navis Laboratories: Working at Navis Laboratories means constantly being challenged to learn and grow in a fast-paced, dynamic, vibrant environment. Our team members are the key to our success. We are committed to providing an environment that offers a fun, positive work environment, career-building opportunities, and a positive work/life balance. Navis supports its team members by providing a benefits package to eligible staff that includes: --- Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance --- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) --- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) --- Paid Time Off (PTO) --- Volunteer Time Off (VTO) --- Paid Holidays --- 401(k) with Company Match --- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance --- Short Term and Long Term Disability (STD/LTD) available Navis Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer that believes diversity leads to a stronger organization. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, predisposing genetic characteristics, or military status in hiring, tenure, training, terms, and conditions or privileges of employment.

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