Summary
The Specimen Processing Specialist III enters specimen data into the laboratory information system with
confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner. This position is critical to quality for customer satisfaction.
Additionally, since many varieties of samples are submitted, great flexibility is required, with emphasis on
productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
Responsibilities
•Verify patient demographics, physician data, tests requested, time and date of collection, appropriate
clinical information and all other pertinent data found on laboratory request forms.
• Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information etc. and engages Client Services department to resolve them.
• Accurately enters patient information into laboratory information system (LIS).
• Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties assigned, and develops an understanding of how
all the functions in Specimen Processing fit together.