Specimen Processing Technician

Quest Diagnostics•Albuquerque, NM

2d•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 be 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 data background with abilities 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

Data entry background.
Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
Good organization skills.
Ability to learn and understand specimen types and related tests.
Ability to learn and understand compliance regulations.
Flexibility to adapt to daily changes and customer demands.
Ability to work night shift, weekends, holidays, be on call, and available for overtime.
Ability to work in a biohazard environment and practice good safety habits.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
Effective communication skills.
Adherence to core values, safety, and compliance policies and procedures.
Ability to keep work area neat and clean.
Strong interpersonal skills.
HS diploma or equivalent.
Basic understanding of computers.

Nice To Haves

Preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.
Previous laboratory experience preferred.
Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not required.
Previous experience in a production environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
Perform A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting.
Enter data with accuracy and speed.
Learn and understand specimen types related to ordered tests.
Learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering.
Adapt to changing demands and customer needs.
Maintain good safety habits in a biohazard environment.
Sit or stand for long periods.
Communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
Adhere to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures.
Keep work area neat and clean.
Foster a positive environment through strong interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to change.