Specimen Processing Technician

Cynet Systems • Chantilly, VA

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About The Position

The Specimen Processing Technician provides general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. The role involves processing and handling specimens, including sorting, picking, aliquoting, scanning, storing, and delivering specimens to the laboratory. It requires a data entry background, good organizational skills, flexibility in a fast-paced production environment, and strict adherence to safety and compliance policies. The position operates in a biohazard environment and emphasizes productivity, quality standards, and timely completion of work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Data entry background and ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Basic understanding of computers.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to handle -20 degree temperatures for 5–10 minutes at a time.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of laboratory testing and specimen processing.
• Medical background, including clinical laboratory terminology.
• Previous experience in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general support functions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Presort specimens and pick up and deliver processed specimens to the laboratory.
• Perform imaging or microfilming, centrifugation, aliquoting, and sample sorting and picking.
• Scan and store samples and pull samples from storage.
• Understand specimen types related to ordered tests.
• Learn and follow compliance regulations related to test ordering.
• Work in a production environment while meeting productivity, quality, and completion-time expectations.
• Practice proper safety habits in a biohazard environment.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Adhere to core values, safety guidelines, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Maintain a neat and clean work area.
• Use strong interpersonal skills to foster a positive work environment.
• Remain flexible and adapt to changing operational demands.

What This Job Offers

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