Specimen Processor - Maine Health

Experienced, qualified applicants are eligible for a $4,000 Sign-on Bonus. Please note this bonus is not available to current MaineHealth employees or prior employees that have been separated for less than 6 months.

Position Summary

• Under the guidance of the Manager/Supervisor, performs pre-analytic processing of specimens received in the laboratory from all NorDx sites and clients. Interacts professionally with patients, clients, and co-workers throughout the organization(s). Accurately performs all tasks associated with processing of specimens from receipt through appropriate distribution to the testing area. Performs key pre-analytical functions such as specimen triage, tracking, specimen processing, and order entry.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education:High School Diploma/GED.
• License/Certifications:MLA preferred. Acceptable certification agencies: ASCP, AMT, NHA.
• Experience:Technical training as a Medical Lab Assistant preferred.
• Oral and written communication needs to be professional, clear and concise.
• Successfully demonstrates competencies in the position in accordance with the established assessment for the position.
• Must be able to work any shift, holiday and/or weekend as needed.
• Must be able to travel among company sites as needed.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. Learn more about our system atmainehealth.org

At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.