Specimen Technician

Cynet Systems • Lewisville, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Specimen Processing Technician I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. 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 duties must be performed with confidence, accuracy, and in a timely manner. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to learn and understand specimen types related to tests ordered. The candidate must be able to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change daily. This position is critical to quality and customer satisfaction. The candidate will face various customer demands and must exhibit great flexibility. While the majority of work is performed on the night shift, availability for weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime is required based on staffing needs. The department operates in a production environment with a strong emphasis on productivity, quality standards, and departmental completion times. The role requires working in a biohazard environment while practicing good safety habits. The position involves adhering to core values, safety, and compliance policies and procedures, keeping the work area neat and clean, and demonstrating strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to change are essential.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of computers required.
• Data entry background with the ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with all levels of staff.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and laboratory specimen processing.
• Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Medical background including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory is preferred.
• Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus.
• Previous experience in a production environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
• Conduct A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory.
• Perform imaging/microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting.
• Learn and understand specimen types related to tests ordered.
• Learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering.
• Practice good safety habits in a biohazard environment.
• Adhere to core values, safety, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Keep the work area neat and clean.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.

What This Job Offers

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