Specimen Collector - Lead: San Antonio & South Texas

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: San Antonio, TX 78213 Position Type: Experienced Education Level: High School Salary Range: $19.00 - $20.00 hourly Travel Percentage: Up to 50% Job Shift: Full Time Job Category: Health Care Sagis Diagnostics is an entirely physician‑led sub‑specialty pathology group supported by a CAP‑accredited histology lab located in the heart of Houston, Texas. Led by a team of board‑certified pathologists, our lab is at the forefront of diagnostic science. We offer the highest quality services to physicians, physician groups, ambulatory surgery centers, and hospitals. One of our many strengths is that we develop strong collaborative relationships with each of our referring physicians by offering accurate, prompt, and clear diagnoses in a personal and customized manner. Schedule and Travel Full-Time Specimen Collector: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, based in the San Antonio area. Primary coverage will be within the greater San Antonio area, with regular support in the greater Austin area and Corpus Christi. Additional travel may be required as needed across the broader South Texas territory, spanning from West Texas through Central Texas and across to the Gulf Coast and South Texas border regions. Mileage reimbursement provided for applicable travel. Responsibilities Organize specimen collector schedules and ensure proper coverage at all collecting locations. Monitor specimen collector timecards and CE order logs for efficient use of resources. Facilitate communications between the Collections team and the lab/office. When needed, travel to clinics to fill in for a collector if a suitable substitute is unavailable. Create/update SOPs for each location. Arrange coverage for absences, holidays, vacations, and open positions. Perform specimen collections for new accounts until a permanent collector is on‑board. Track the annual/ semi‑annual competency documents and compliance training. Track errors and missing information; address with collectors. Demonstrate customer service and compassion when interacting with patients, physicians, and clinic staff. Communicate with, understand, and react effectively to a diverse population base. Follow universal precautions and all OSHA standards when handling specimens. Strictly adhere to HIPAA guidelines. Inform manager of daily tasks, unusual problems, or deviations from established procedures. Perform a variety of routine clerical tasks. Qualifications High school or equivalent required. Minimum 2 years of specimen collector experience preferred. Minimum one year supervisory or management experience preferred. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Must be able to travel and have a clean driving record. Excellent customer service skills required. Proficient in data entry using Microsoft Office Suite required. Work Hours Standard work hours are Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM; however those hours may vary by need in field operations. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a clinic/medical office/lab setting. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to type, file, sit for extended periods of time, reach, twist, push, pull, drive a personal vehicle, and lift office supplies up to 20 pounds without assistance. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and hear. Benefits and Perks At Sagis, we are committed to creating an environment where our employees can thrive and grow. We offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision with Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability, basic life, and EAP. Voluntary accident, critical illness, and life insurance options. Flexible scheduling and fair wages. Paid time off, floating holidays, and scheduled holidays. Paid parental leave. 401(k) contribution. Free parking. Wellness initiatives and a collaborative team culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sagis