Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician

Quest Diagnostics•Albuquerque, NM

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This position requires a data entry background. Functions performed may include but are not limited to A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting. All functions must be performed with confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner. The job is complex and requires that the employee have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by the client. The SPT I must have the ability to learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change on a daily basis. This position is critical to quality for customer satisfaction. Additionally, since many changes do occur from day to day, great flexibility on the part of the SPT I is required. The SPT I will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer. The majority of SPT I work on the night shift, but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability is a requirement. The department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times. Position requires a data background with the ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour. Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits. Able to sit or stand for long periods. Communicates effectively with all levels of staff. Adheres to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures. Keeps work area neat and clean. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment. Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

Requirements

Basic understanding of computers
Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour
Ability to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client
Ability to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering
Flexibility and ability to adapt to change
Good organization skills
HS diploma or equivalent
Ability to sit or stand for long periods

Nice To Haves

Previous laboratory experience
Medical background
Medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
Previous hospital laboratory experience
Previous experience in a production environment
Preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing

Responsibilities

General support functions within the Specimen Processing Department
Perform A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory
Perform imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting
Enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour
Practice good safety habits in a biohazard environment
Communicate effectively with all levels of staff
Adhere to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures
Keep work area neat and clean