Specimen Processor

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA • 1h ago

Are you someone with customer service, retail distribution, or similar experience looking to get into the medical field, but not sure where to start? An entry-level role of a Specimen Processor in the UPMC laboratories may be the perfect next step for you!

UPMC Shadyside is hiring a flex full-time Specimen Processor to support the Automated Testing Lab (ATL)! This role will work evening shift hours (1:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.) with rotating weekend and holiday responsibilities.

The Specimen Processor role is the gatekeeper for all specimens that come to the laboratory for testing and is essential to ensuring the accuracy of patient samples. Responsibilities include hands-on aliquoting of body fluid specimens, learning and utilizing the test code database, communicating with nurses and physicians about patient orders, and timely delivery of specimens under the proper conditions to the correct locations. This role has many unique job responsibilities that make it an interesting and fantastic entry position into laboratory medicine. All you need is a high school diploma, great attention to detail, and a willingness to learn the processes and procedures of a clinical hospital laboratory. This role can also be the foundation for acquiring the title of Medical Laboratory Scientist. We are willing to train dedicated workers to move up the career ladder within our laboratories. Laboratory positions are available for all levels of experience, from high school diplomas to bachelor's degrees and beyond.

Responsibilities:

Monitor pneumatic tube and courier deliveries to ensure timely processing of specimens.

Investigate and resolve any requesting mistakes or other specimen problems. Request assistance when needed. Complete quality forms for unacceptable specimens, requesting errors or other problems.

Separate by centrifugation. Label appropriate aliquot tubes and transfer as defined by policy; store samples at the appropriate temperature.

Determine and enter the specimen receive time into the computer. Answer all telephone inquiries concerning proper specimen collection, result, and normal range information.

Follow all regulations regarding health and safety concerning the handling of biohazardous patient samples or sharps to prevent exposure.

Verify patient specimens such as blood, urine and other body fluids with requisitions or labels, making certain that information on the specimens match any paperwork received and correct specimen.

Properly request in the Laboratory Information System laboratory information system if needed.

Prepare, package and send specimens to outside locations as needed.

Receive, sort and prioritize ALL specimens according to the laboratory policies.

Share specimens as necessary. Notify supervisor of problems and of any requests that need credited or clarified.

Disinfect the work area after shift and during shift, if needed. Participates in the orientation and training of new laboratory specimen processors. Perform routine technical and related clerical duties as directed.

High School diploma or equivalent.

Three to six months of experience in a clinical laboratory, physician's office, or other medical environment preferred, including knowledge of or experience in Medical Terminology and Laboratory Information systems.

Three to six months of experience in a service environment including call center, customer service center, or product distribution/fulfillment center preferred.

Good oral and written communication skills required.

Ability to communicate effectively with all age groups and populations of external and internal customers (as well as co-workers) both by telephone and in person.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

UPMC

Go to Apply

Share this job

Similar Jobs

CDL-A - Dedicated Team truck driver - Estes

Schneider • Pittsburgh, PA • 42min ago

Trucking & Construction

Dedicated Team truck driver - Estes Average pay: $1,940-$2,375 weekly Home time: Every other week Experience: All CDL holders Overview Haul general merchandise in double pup trailers. 100% no-touch and 100% drop-and-hook...

42min ago

Go to Apply

Truck Driver Refrigerated OTR Fleet

Roehl Transport • Coraopolis, PA • 1h ago

Trucking & Construction

Ask about our limited-time $10,000 Retention Incentive ( https://www.roehl.jobs/blog/2026/experienced-truck-driver-retention-incentive ) for Experienced CDL-A drivers. In our OTR Refrigerated Fleet driving job, you'll ha...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Truck Driver Refrigerated OTR Fleet

Roehl Transport • Aliquippa, PA • 1h ago

Trucking & Construction

1h ago

Go to Apply

Truck Driver Refrigerated OTR Fleet

Roehl Transport • Cranberry Township, PA • 1h ago

Trucking & Construction

1h ago

Go to Apply

AI & Software Engineering Manager

Westinghouse Electric Company • Cranberry Township, PA • 1h ago

Management & Administrative

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to i...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Embedded Software Engineer

Actalent • Pittsburgh, PA • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

Exciting Embedded Opportunity Supporting the Rail Industry! Job Description This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining embedded C software for onboard signaling and train control systems. The engineer...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Technology Consulting - TMT - Forward Deployed Engineer - Manager

EY • Pittsburgh, PA • 1h ago

Management & Administrative

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Restaurant Crewmember

Raising Cane's • Pleasant Hills, PA • 1h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Initial Starting pay: 15.00 Raising Cane's is looking for Closing Crewmembers that can work late-night shifts! Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working h...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Embedded Software Engineer

Actalent • Pittsburgh, PA • 2h ago

IT & Engineering

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer Job Description This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining embedded C software for onboard signalling and train control systems. The engineer develops software for...

2h ago

Go to Apply

Aftermarket Sales Account Specialist

Xylem • Warrendale, PA • 3h ago

Sales & Marketing

Remote Hazelwood, Missouri Findlay, Ohio South Bend, Indiana Germantown, Wisconsin Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Chicago, Illinois West Chester Township, Ohio Brecksville, Ohio Kansas City, Missouri Detroit, Michigan Bolingbr...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)