Specimen Processor

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community. Job Description: Job Summary Responsible for providing general specimen processing and clerical support for Laboratory Services. Ensures accurate handling and documentation of laboratory specimens. Coordinates administrative tasks to maintain efficient workflow. Supports laboratory staff with routine operational duties. Maintains organization and compliance with departmental procedures. Essential Functions • Answers phone calls in a timely and courteous manner. • Contacts ordering facilities and patients for sample recollection as needed. • Processes and accessions blood, tissue, and body fluid specimens. • Centrifuges specimens and manages automated instrumentation. • Loads and unloads samples from laboratory equipment. • Reviews and reconciles pending logs and investigates discrepancies. • Performs clerical and processing duties as assigned. • Performs other duties as assigned. Education Requirement High school diploma or equivalent experience Experience Requirement 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Certifications & Licensures N/A Working Conditions A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time) H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) K. Job-related travel: 1. Never L. Loud noises: 1. Never M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) O. Radiation: 1. Never P. Burns: 1. Never Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A Physical Demands This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds, occasional risk of back injury from moving or lifting equipment or materials, occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job, and intermittent exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens. Additional Job Descriptions N/A Department: Laboratory Services Shift: Flex (United States of America) Time Type: Full time Address: 2201 Lexington Avenue City, State: Ashland, Kentucky Our growth is creating opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful.