Specimen Processing Technician
About The Position
The Specimen Technician provides general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. The work may include A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging or microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting. Tasks must be completed accurately, confidently, and on time. This complex role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to learn specimen types associated with client-ordered tests, as well as compliance regulations related to test ordering that may change daily. The position is critical to quality and customer satisfaction and calls for flexibility in response to changing operational demands. Work is primarily performed on the night shift in a production environment focused on productivity, quality standards, and completion times. Availability for weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime is required based on staffing needs. The role involves working in a biohazard environment and requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic understanding of computers.
- Data entry background and ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
- Ability to learn specimen types and compliance regulations related to test ordering.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.
- Previous laboratory, hospital laboratory, or medical background, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
- Previous experience in a production environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department, which may include A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging or microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting.
- Complete work accurately, confidently, and in a timely manner.
- Learn and understand specimen types associated with tests ordered by clients.
- Learn and follow compliance regulations related to test ordering, including regulations that may change daily.
- Adapt flexibly to changing operational demands and support customer satisfaction and quality.
- Work in a production environment emphasizing productivity, quality standards, and completion times.
- Enter data at a rate of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
- Practice safety habits in a biohazard environment and follow safety and compliance policies.
- Communicate effectively with all levels of staff and adhere to core values.
- Keep the work area clean and demonstrate interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.
- Be available for weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime based on staffing needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
