Job Description

This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization! BioReference, an OPKO Health company, is the largest full service specialty laboratory in the United States that gives healthcare providers and patients the power to make confident healthcare decisions. With a focus on oncology, urology and women's health, BioReference offers comprehensive test solutions and unparalleled expertise based on a 40 year legacy of proven science and exceptional service. Join our team and become part of the journey in making our patients and customers the highest priority.

Requirements

Position Summary: Processes and handles specimens according to established protocols to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with safety standards. Responsible for proper labeling, documentation, and timely distribution of specimens while maintaining confidentiality and quality control.



WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Work requires contact with specimens, water (hand washing and cleaning), biohazardous body fluids, and hazardous chemicals.
2. Work is varied in nature with sufficient noise and interruptions to cause distraction and stress.
3. Work requires sitting, standing, and/or walking for periods of up to eight hours or more.
4. Work requires close attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.
5. OSHA risk factor: Category 1

DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills while fostering a positive, professional work environment.
• Maintain composure and accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Adhere to all department, company, Safety, Quality, SOP, OSHA, HIPAA, and IATA regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and proper patient identification at all times.

Specimen Handling & Processing

• Collect, receive, handle, process, and transport all specimen types, including problem, leaking, frozen, and irreplaceable specimens.
• Perform specimen preparation tasks such as centrifuging, aliquoting (manual and automated), sorting, racking, labeling, and packaging.
• Meet established productivity standards for specimen processing and aliquoting.
• Prepare specimens for referral or remote labs and ensure specimen integrity during packaging and transport.
• Handle urine, serum, SST, and other specimens according to procedure and location requirements.

Data Entry & Documentation

• Accurately enter, track, and document specimen information in designated systems (e.g., SmartSheet, SPM).
• Complete and verify requisitions (electronic and manual), including test codes, specimen types, and patient demographics.
• Maintain logs, temperature charts, worksheets, pending reports, and required documentation.

Quality, Safety & Maintenance

• Maintain clean, organized, and disinfected workstations and processing areas.
• Perform end-of-shift checks to ensure no specimens are left behind.
• Follow PPE requirements and proper incident procedures for spills, breakage, or accidents.
• Identify equipment or system issues and escalate concerns through appropriate channels.

Communication & Problem Resolution

• Identify and escalate specimen, requisition, or workflow issues to Leads, Supervisors, or Management.
• Demonstrate sound judgment when resolving issues and seek guidance when needed.
• Communicate effectively with lab staff and provide assistance as required.

Team & Operational Support

• Participate in training, meetings, cross-training, and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with training new employees as assigned.
• Maintain flexibility in scheduling to support departmental workflow.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Management, including driving or inter-building deliveries when required.

Attendance & Professional Expectations

• Report to work on time and notify supervision promptly if unable to report for duty.
• Maintain professionalism, reliability, and accountability in all assigned responsibilities.

BioReference is an Equal Opportunity Employer.