Specimen Technician I
About The Position
Quest Diagnostics is recruiting a Specimen Technician I to support specimen processing and laboratory operations in Denver, Colorado. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 PM to 4:30 AM, with rotational weekend work. The role involves receiving and preparing specimens for analysis, entering test orders, and moving processed specimens to the laboratory. The technician identifies specimen-related problems and may resolve issues such as missing information. No prior experience is required; previous experience in a production or medical environment is preferred. The pay range is $18.50–$25.72 per hour. Employees may be eligible for shift differentials of 10% for some or all second-shift hours and 15% for some or all third-shift hours. Annual performance bonus compensation may also be available. Salary offers depend on relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications where applicable, market factors, and organizational factors.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Flexibility to work primarily night shifts; weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime may be required based on staffing needs.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a production or medical environment.
Responsibilities
- Enter test orders and presort specimens.
- Pick up and deliver processed specimens to the laboratory.
- Centrifuge and aliquot specimens.
- Process specimens to be sent to additional facilities.
- Prepare laboratory specimens for various analyses and testing.
- Identify problems with specimen types, including missing information, and resolve issues in some cases.
- Understand the relationship between tests ordered and specimens received.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
- Well-being programs.
- Annual no-cost health assessment program, Blueprint for Wellness.
- healthyMINDS mental health program.
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
- Six holidays plus one MyDay off.
- FinFit financial coaching and services.
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Life and disability insurance, with a buy-up option.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Annual incentive plans.
- Matching gifts program.
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
