Specimen Technician I

Quest Diagnostics•Denver, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Diagnostics is recruiting a Specimen Technician I to process laboratory specimens in Denver, Colorado. The role involves entering test orders, sorting and transporting specimens, preparing specimens for analysis, and identifying issues with specimen information or types. No experience is required. The position is primarily on the night shift, with flexibility required; weekend, holiday, on-call, and overtime work may be required based on staffing needs.

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.
Presort specimens and 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 or information, such as 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 benefits 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.