DLO Night Shift Specimen Prep Tech I

Quest Diagnostics • Oklahoma City, OK

11d • $14 - $22

About The Position

The Specimen Prep Tech I works in the Diagnostic Laboratory of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on a night-shift schedule. The role receives specimens into the laboratory using hospital and other laboratory information systems and assists professional staff with routine technical tasks, including specimen processing and send-outs. Other duties include filing, temperature checks, centrifuge maintenance, stocking supplies, answering telephone calls, entering orders, and storing specimens.

The position requires reliable attendance and completion of assigned work throughout each scheduled shift, compliance with employer policies, and a professional, courteous, positive, and supportive attitude. The technician works collaboratively with fellow employees to maintain a respectful and productive environment and may be assigned tasks within their demonstrated capabilities.

The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with rotating weekends. Employees must be able to work any day, including weekends and holidays, flex hours, and work overtime for other shifts as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Good computer skills and keyboard skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to maintain a professional, courteous, and pleasant attitude during heavy workloads and stressful situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with fellow employees.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to work any day, including weekends and holidays, and to flex hours and work overtime for other shifts as needed.
• Reliable attendance and ability to remain on duty performing assigned responsibilities throughout the scheduled workday.

Nice To Haves

• Previous laboratory experience is preferred but not necessary.
• Experience working night shifts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Report to work on time and prepared for each scheduled shift.
• Perform assigned duties and processes, including tasks the employee is qualified and capable of performing.
• Follow all employer policies.
• Work collaboratively as a team member and contribute to a respectful, productive work environment.
• Receive specimens into the laboratory using hospital LIS and other LIS systems, including QLS, Quanum, IDAA, and Beaker.
• Assist professional staff with routine technical tasks such as specimen processing and send-outs.
• File materials, perform temperature checks, maintain centrifuges, stock supplies, answer telephone calls, enter orders, and store specimens.
• Maintain a professional, courteous, positive, and supportive attitude, including during heavy workloads and stressful situations.
• Work any day, including weekends and holidays, and flex hours or work overtime for other shifts as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED