Specimen Technician
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/hour
- Good organization skills
- Ability to learn and understand specimen types and compliance regulations related to test ordering
- Ability to work in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods
- Effective communication with all levels of staff
- Strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to change
- Basic understanding of computers
- 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
- Knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing
- Previous laboratory experience
- Medical background, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
- Previous hospital experience
- Previous experience in a production environment
- Previous hospital laboratory experience (a plus but not required)
- Previous experience in a production environment preferred
- Medical background preferred, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
Responsibilities
- Perform 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
- Operate within a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times
- Enter data at a minimum of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/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
- Be available for weekends, holidays, on call and overtime as required based on staffing needs
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
- 401k Retirement Fund
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
