Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift
About The Position
The 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. Job is complex and requires that employee have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client. The SPT I must have to the ability 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. Majority of SPT I work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime availability is a requirement. Department is a production environment, with Client on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times. Position requires data background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour. Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits. Able to sit or stand for long periods. Communicates effectively with all levels of staff. Adheres to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures. Keeps work area neat and clean. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment. Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
Requirements
- Data entry background.
- Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
- Basic understanding of computers.
- HS diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Previous laboratory experience.
- Medical background including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
- Previous hospital laboratory experience.
- Previous experience in a production environment.
- Preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.
Responsibilities
- Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
- Perform A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting.
- Learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client.
- Learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering.
- Adapt to many different demands made by the customer.
- Work on the nightshift, and be available for weekends, holidays, on call, and overtime as needed.
- Meet productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
- Enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
- Practice good safety habits in a biohazard environment.
- Sit or stand for long periods.
- Communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
- Adhere to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures.
- Keep work area neat and clean.
- Foster a positive environment with strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
