Specimen Technician

Cynet Systems • Albuquerque, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Specimen Processing Technician I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This position requires a data entry background. Functions performed may include 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 role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to learn and understand specimen types related to tests ordered by clients, as well as compliance regulations related to test ordering that may change daily. Flexibility is required to accommodate customer demands. While the majority of the work occurs 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 an emphasis on productivity and quality standards, as well as departmental completion times. The position requires a data background with the ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour. The successful candidate will work in a biohazard environment, practicing proper safety habits, and must have the ability to sit or stand for long periods. Strong interpersonal skills are required to foster a positive environment, alongside demonstrated flexibility, adaptiveness to change, and effective communication with all levels of staff. The candidate must adhere to core values, safety protocols, and compliance policies and procedures, while maintaining a neat and clean work area.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of computers.
• Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.

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.
• Enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Practice proper safety habits in a biohazard environment.
• Adhere to core values, safety protocols, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Maintain a neat and clean work area.

What This Job Offers

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