Collector jobs in Kentucky

POSITION SUMMARY:The specimen “collector” is a trained professional who instructs and assists
patients at a collection site, who receives and makes an initial inspection of the urine specimen
provided by those clients, and who initiates and completes the requisition form, and packs and
prepares the specimen for shipping and or transport to the laboratory. Respecting the client's dignity is
a top priority in the application of collection procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require
other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below, and specific functions may change
from time to time.
● Maintains supplies and equipment needed
● Maintains client confidentiality during collection
● Maintains proper chain of custody during collection
● Utilizes standard precautions while collecting
● Observes client during the entire collection process
● Communicates with director of any missed collections
● Maintains spreadsheet to ensure client compliance
● Re-orders testing supplies as needed via the lab order form on the boat
● Communicates with the medical operations manager for training needs
● Ensures that every client is compliant with medical necessity testing requirements
● The collector is responsible for preventing the clients or anyone else from gaining unauthorized
access to the collection materials/supplies and ensuring this is followed at all times. The
collector must also ensure that the patient does not have access to items that could be used to
adulterate or dilute the specimen (e.g., soap, disinfectants, cleaning agents, water)
● The Collector will be responsible for ensuring the collection site is kept clean at all times, and
a clean surface is available for the collector to use as a work area for completing required
paperwork.
● Collector will be responsible for reviewing and following all procedures to prevent the client or
anyone else from gaining unauthorized access to the collection materials/supplies. The
collector must also ensure that the patient does not have access to items that could be used to
adulterate or dilute the specimen (e.g., soap, disinfectants, cleaning agents, water); as well as
procedures to ensure that all authorized persons are under the supervision of a collector or
appropriate site personnel at all times when permitted into the site.
● The collector will be responsible for explaining the basic collection procedures to the client.
● Participate in staff and state regulatory training as required
● Adhere to program policies and procedures while maintaining a professional code of ethics

● The Collector e is expected to protect the privacy of all persons served/client information in
accordance with Addiction Recovery Care, LLC/ Odyssey, Inc.’s privacy policies, procedures and
practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with general principle of
professionalism as a healthcare provider.
● Maintain a valid driver’s license
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION:
● High School Diploma or equivalent
● 1 year of experience in substance use treatment preferred
● 1 year of lab or medical experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
● Knowledge of basic infection prevention strategies and precautions.
● Knowledge of the physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual impact of alcohol and other
substances on the individual and family.
● Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
● Attention to detail and organization is a must.
● Ability to prioritize work- and work-related responsibilities.
● Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
● Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle crisis situations in a calm and supportive manner.
● Ability to exhibit professional and courteous behavior, consistent with the ARC mission
statement, when interacting with persons of varying backgrounds and education levels to create
a safe and therapeutic relationship with clients served
WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT AND ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
● Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
● Ability to read detailed health records
● Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs.
● Ability to operate computer and other equipment in the office
● Must have sufficient mobility to move around the office and the community
DISCLAIMER:
The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level
of work performed by incumbents within the job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of
employees assigned to this job. ARC has the sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to
designate other functions as essential at any time. The job description is not an employment agreement
or contract.