Specimen Technician

the Client • Irving, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Specimen 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.

Requirements

• Data entry background with ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour
• Good organization skills
• Ability to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client
• Ability to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering
• Effective communication skills across all levels of staff
• Strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change
• Ability to work in a biohazard environment while practicing good safety habits
• Basic understanding of computers
• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• No experience required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing
• Medical background including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
• Previous laboratory experience
• Previous hospital laboratory experience
• Previous experience in a production environment

Responsibilities

• Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department, including A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting
• Perform all functions with confidence, accuracy, and in a timely manner
• Learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client
• Learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change on a daily basis
• Adapt to many different demands made by the customer with great flexibility
• Work in a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times
• Enter data at a minimum of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour
• Work in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits
• Sit or stand for long periods as required
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff
• Adhere to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures
• Keep work area neat and clean
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to change
• Maintain availability for weekends, holidays, on call, and overtime based on staffing needs

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

What This Job Offers

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