Laboratory Collection Specialist

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Peoria Co

• Peoria, IL, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.00 - $19.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, We are seeking a self-motivated PART TIME Specimen Collections Technician to join our Field Operations team in Peoria, IL. In this role, you will be performing collections for individuals required to complete drug screens as part of their conditions with the criminal legal system or mental health treatment. Our Specialists are responsible for collecting urine, oral fluid (saliva) or hair specimens in accordance with contractual requirements. This position will involve observation of MALE participants and requires a MALE Laboratory Collection Specialist. If you do not meet this requirement, but are interested in pursuing other opportunities, please visit our Careers page at http://cordantsolutions.com/careers. Shift: part Time: Monday-Friday 10am to 2pm Salary: $17.00-$19.00 per hour Primary Responsibilities Collect, log, order, process, and ship urine, oral, and/or hair specimens to the laboratory Maintain organization of the collection site File requisitions, chain of custody forms, and associated paperwork Collect and scan insurance, as applicable Order Supplies (requisition forms, gloves, collection supplies etc.) and maintain inventory at practice location to ensure collection supplies are always available Communicates client inquiries to Manager and/or Client Services team All other duties as assigned Qualifications HS diploma or GED, required 1+ year of experience working directly with customers or patients required Experience in healthcare, criminal justice, or a similar dynamic field preferred Ability to perform observe collections and collect biological specimens, required Ability work professionally with no on-site supervision, required Strong attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills, required Ability to work effectively handling tight deadlines and de-escalating communications with participants in potentially stressful or dynamic situations with no on-site supervision Basic computer skills, required Light to moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.), and sitting/standing for long periods of time, required Ability to wear scrubs and protective devices (gloves), required Qualifications: