{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e9a506c810ceea6e1226318d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e9a506c810ceea6e1226318d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e9a506c810ceea6e1226318d","title":"Specimen Processor","description":"Join our team as a Processor and play a vital role in patient care behind the scenes! We're looking for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and enjoys working in a collaborative laboratory environment. Experience is preferred, but what matters most is your commitment to quality, teamwork, and ensuring every specimen is handled with accuracy and care.\nPay: $17.50 - $23.70 Per Hour DOE\n\nSchedule: Full-time; Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6:30pm\nBenefits:\nMedical, Dental, Vision with In-Network & Custom Network discounts\n401(K) with discretionary employer match\nPaid Time Off\nFree clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house\nIn this role, you will be responsible for:\nSpecimen processing: Receiving, identifying, labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing specimens for laboratory testing or transport while maintaining specimen integrity.\nData management: Accurately entering patient and specimen information into the laboratory information system (LIS) and other required software.\nQuality & compliance: Following laboratory procedures, safety standards, HIPAA requirements, and regulatory guidelines while maintaining quality assurance records, temperature logs, maintenance logs, and other required documentation.\nLaboratory support: Assisting with inventory management, stocking supplies, sanitizing work areas, filing, answering phones, and other routine non-technical laboratory duties.\nProblem solving: Identifying specimen quality, labeling, or order discrepancies and resolving or escalating issues appropriately to ensure timely and accurate testing.\nTeam collaboration: Working closely with laboratory staff to support workflow efficiency, participate in training and competency assessments, and contribute to a positive, respectful, team-oriented culture.\nReliability: Maintaining consistent, punctual, and dependable attendance to support laboratory operations, turnaround times, and exceptional patient and client service.\nEducation & Certification:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required\nWashington Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist credential preferred\nExperience:\nPrevious experience in a clinical laboratory, pre-analytical specimen processing, or healthcare setting preferred\nSkills & Competencies:\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy\nBasic computer proficiency with the ability to learn Laboratory Information Systems (LIS/iLIMS)\nStrong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks\nEffective verbal and written communication skills\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory environment\nDependable, adaptable, and committed to supporting evolving laboratory needs\nCommitment to patient safety, confidentiality, quality, and professional conduct\nPhysical Requirements:\nClinical laboratory environment with automated equipment and routine staff interaction.\nAbility to pass a standardized color vision test.\nRegular handling of blood, body fluids, and other potentially infectious materials while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).\nAbility to sit or stand for extended periods, perform repetitive hand motions, and work at a computer or laboratory workbench.\nFrequent bending, reaching, and lifting up to 25 pounds.\nFlexibility to travel between laboratory sites or rotate shifts as operational needs require.\nOSHA Category: This role involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or infectious materials. Employees are required to follow OSHA safety standards and all infection control procedures. Hepatitis-B vaccination is offered to employees performing these duties.\nAbout Us: Interpath Laboratory is a family-owned and operated clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory serving communities across Oregon, Washington, Nebraska, and Idaho. With more than 90 locations and over 60 years of steady growth, we are one of the Pacific Northwest's leading independent laboratories, with plans for continued and strategic expansion into the Midwest.\n\nWe are known for delivering rapid, reliable, and cost-effective laboratory testing while maintaining the flexibility, innovation, and personal connection that come from remaining independent. Our success is built on strong relationships—with our clients, our patients, and most importantly, our employees.\n\nAt Interpath, we foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork, professionalism, and positive attitudes matter. We believe great results start with great people, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees can build meaningful careers while making a real impact in the communities we serve.\n\nWe are excited to share with you a short video that shows why the Interpath family is so special. 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