Nurse, Health Screener-- St. Louis, MO

Job Details Category: Per Diem and On Call Location: St. Louis, Missouri Job Function: Operations Job Family: Per Diem Examiner Shift: Day Employee Type: On-Call Work Mode: Remote

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Health Screener is to provide coverage in the field ensuring that health screenings are completed accurately and on time. Maintain a safe and professional environment for clients and employees perform with confidence all aspects of a health screening including specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures. This is an independent contractor 1099 position with the possibility of converting to a W2 per diem employee after meeting certain criteria.

Responsibilities

• Perform biometric screening at client sites including finger stick blood collection BMI Blood Pressure and other health screening services based on service package
• Performs basic waived testing technical procedures on blood samples and completes required quality control
• Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings
• Maintains accurate complete and legible records
• Participates in training, retraining, and continuing education programs as necessary
• Complies with all designated safety policies and procedures in the work area including the use of applicable protective equipment when necessary to prevent exposure to potentially infectious agents
• Understands and complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws
• Adheres to quality assurance procedures and good manufacturing practices
• Maintain all HIPAA and OSHA standards while on events
• Performs other related duties as necessary

Qualifications

Required Work Experience N/A Preferred Work Experience At least 1 year of healthcare experience in a professional setting Physical and Mental Requirements

• Lift light to moderately heavy objects
• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects
• Objects in the weight range of 1 to 15 pounds are lifted and carried frequently
• Objects in the weight range of 16 to 40 pounds may be lifted and carried occasionally
• Objects exceeding 41 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance
• Requires use of phone and PC
• Fine dexterity with hands steadiness
• Handling stress & emotions
• Concentrating on tasks
• Making decisions
• Adjusting to change
• Examining and observing details
• Sitting or standing for long periods at a time

Position Requirements

• Requires travel
• Knowledge of required regulations and compliance with them
• Skills required for proper specimen and reagent handling, labeling, processing, preparation, transportation, and storage necessary
• Excellent customer service internally and externally
• Possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed procedures
• Basic computer skills necessary including access to internet, email
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite specifically Word, Outlook, and Excel

Education and Licenses

• Some College Courses
• Required licenses and certifications, including state licensure requirements if applicable

Veteran and Disability Employment Opportunities Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume. Equal Opportunity Employer Quest Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Remote Skills: Blood Bank, Blood Pressure, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Federal Laws and Regulations, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Material Moving, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Nursing, OSHA, On Call, Pathogens, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Sample/Specimen Processing, Specimen Collection, State Laws and Regulations, Testing, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills About the Company: Quest Diagnostics Inc