Specimen Prep Technician - Evening Shift

Sonora Quest Laboratories • Tucson, AZ

214d • $17

About The Position

This position is responsible for the receipt of biological specimens into the department, their proper entry into the company's computer system, the preparation of samples for analytical testing, the distribution of these specimens to the proper analytical area, and archiving specimens after testing. This position reports to Specimen Processing Supervisor, and takes direction from Senior Specimen Preparation Technicians, and Specimen Preparation Coordinators.

Requirements

• Minimum age requirement of 18.
• Good reading, writing and math abilities are required.
• Oral and written communication skills sufficient to understand written and spoken instructions in English.
• Good organization skills are also required.
• Must meet all training competency qualifications for Specimen Preparation Technician within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Six (6) months' experience in a laboratory or key encoding environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent GED exam or other means.
• Typing/keyboarding skills of minimum 25 wpm, demonstrated by completion of a typing/keyboarding test.

Responsibilities

• Enters and verifies patient demographics, location, physician data, tests requested, time and date of collection, appropriate clinical information and all other pertinent data found on requisitions submitted.
• Verifies accuracy of entered information and appropriateness of specimens received.
• Aliquots and labels specimens according to established departmental procedures and practices; delivers specimens to the technical floor in a timely manner.
• Ensures that all work performed is accurate and complete, maintaining familiarity with departmental procedures.
• Meets or exceeds department quality performance metrics on all work performed.
• Documents performance to immediate supervisor or coordinator as required by established methods and practices.
• Participates in departmental financial monitoring and improvement, supporting waste reduction and expense reduction programs.
• Assists supervisor and manager in monitoring and controlling expenses throughout the year.
• Meets departmental standards for productivity as currently defined.
• Provides basic technical support for less experienced Specimen Preparation Technicians.
• Communicates courteously and professionally with internal and external customers.
• Supports and exhibits behaviors consistent with the Company's Mission, Vision and Values.

Benefits

• New base pay rates starting at $17.95 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED