Specimen accessioner

Job Details:

Job Location: Hazelwood Lab - Hazelwood, MO

Education Level: Not Specified

Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Averhealth is looking for a dedicated Specimen Accessioner I to service our state-of-the-art Laboratory in Hazelwood, MO. This position is Full-Time working 40+ hours per week with overtime eligibility. This is a great way to gain skills to start a career in the medical, addiction services, law enforcement, or emergency services field and a great opportunity for you as you will be working with those struggling with addiction.

MID-DAY SHIFT: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5:30 PM + overtime opportunities

PAY: $16/HR + Full-Time Benefits

BENEFITS: Full-Time Benefits + Company Paid Training Program + Uniform Allowance (post-training) + Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility + Employee Discounts + more!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Prepares specimen (urine) for analysis by receiving, opening and pipetting in accordance with our standard operation procedures
• Prepares excess specimen samples for storage
• Enters sample information into the software database
• Disposes of samples after the analysis is complete
• Sends supplies to Averhealth sites as needed
• Maintains cleanliness of accessioning work areas

Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Outstanding attention to detail
• Ability to perform routine tasks with no errors
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume setting
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to pass a color blind test, accommodations made if not
• Skill in the use of computers, especially applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$16.00 Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401(k) Paid Time Off Employee Referral Bonus Community Outreach Program

Job Type:

Full-Time Specimen Accessioner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Previous experience accessioning samples preferred

Previous experience in a lab setting preferred

Experience in a position requiring completion of a routine task is highly desirable

Averhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Averhealth is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Averhealth are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Averhealth will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Mobility, walking, climbing, sitting, standing, reaching, bending, lifting (minimum of 10 lbs), carrying, pushing, pulling, fine eye-hand coordination, ability to read, write, listen and speak clearly, the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and directions, ability to drive a vehicle and travel, and ability to remain calm under pressure. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to use computer, monitor, cell phone, mouse and keyboard extensively as well as other general office equipment.