Sendout Specialist

Overview

The Send Out Coordinator prepares laboratory specimens for further laboratory analysis and testing by referral laboratories.

• Accessioning orders
• Specimen preparation and shipment to referral laboratory including generating all paperwork for the appropriate laboratories and tests that are ordered
• Maintain logs for send out tests and follow up on test results
• Appropriately transfer orders from LIS system to other systems
• Navigate multiple referral laboratory internet ordering sites to place patient orders
• Provides notification of test result information to appropriate medical personnel
• Interpret physician orders, obtain clarification from physicians or nurses when necessary
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure add on orders from providers are handled correctly and completely
• Other duties as assigned