Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

the Client•Gaithersburg, MD

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Specimen Processing 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 is 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 staff 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
Basic understanding of computers
Good organization skills
Strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff
Flexibility and ability to adapt to change
Ability to learn and understand specimen types related to tests ordered by clients
Ability to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

Preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing
Medical background preferred, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
Previous laboratory experience preferred
Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not required
Previous experience in a production environment preferred

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
Operate in a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times
Perform data entry with the ability to enter 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 as required by staffing needs