Laboratory Collection Specialist Job Opening

Laboratory Collection Specialist

Cordant Health Solutions

Little Rock, Arkansas
$12.25 - $14.00 an hour — Part-time
Category: Phlebotomist

Cordant Health Solutions™ is at the forefront of combating today’s opioid epidemic through its network of toxicology laboratories and pharmacies. Cordant is committed to providing cutting-edge solutions for payers, clinicians and agencies involved with addiction, criminal justice and pain management. Cordant is one of the only toxicology laboratories that includes a full-service, high-touch pharmacy that specializes in complex management and dispensing of controlled substances. As a reliable partner, Cordant provides testing protocols, treatment recommendations and considerations and digital case-management tools to help its customers become more efficient and effective. Cordant strives to change the way its clients use toxicology results and assists its clients in navigating the ever-changing industries in which they operate. Laboratories and/or pharmacies are located in Arizona, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, New York, and Washington.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Laboratory Collection Specialist :to join our Field Operations team in Little Rock, AR. The selected candidate will be working in a pain management clinic to collect, log, order, process, and ship urine and/or oral fluid(saliva) specimens for drug testing. Strong people skills and reliable transportation are a must for this role.

This Laboratory Collection Specialist role is compensated between $12.25-$14/hr. :We endeavor to create ongoing career opportunities for our employees at Cordant, so the potential for promotion or advancement is possible with proven performance. If this position does not meet your professional needs, but you are interested in pursuing other opportunities with Cordant, please visit our Careers page at http://cordantsolutions.com/careers/ for additional opportunities.

The schedule for this position will be :Monday-Friday for 3 hours per day. This will total roughly 15 hours per week. :

Essential Functions::
  • Collect, log, order, process, and ship urine, oral, and/or hair specimens to 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

Education and Experience::
  • HS diploma or GED is required
  • Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist, or Nursing Assistant experience preferred
  • Experience in a medical office or treatment clinic is preferred
  • Medical EMR experience is required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities::
  • Ability to read names, test codes, follow basic instructions
  • Must have basic computer skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills
  • Self-motivated with ability to work under and meet strict deadlines individually as well as a in a team environment

Working Conditions::
  • 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

About Cordant Health Solutions::
Working at Cordant Health Solutions means constantly being challenged to learn and grow in a fast-paced, dynamic, vibrant environment. Our team members are the key to our success and we are committed to providing an environment that not only offers a fun, positive work environment but also career building opportunities and a positive work/life balance. Cordant Health Solutions supports its employees by offering a benefits package to eligible employees that includes:
  • Medical / Dental / Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Paid time off (PTO) / paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with Company match
  • Company paid basic life insurance
  • Company paid long term disability
  • Short term disability

Cordant Health Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled) that believes diversity leads to a stronger organization.