Specimen technician

Specimen Processing Technician

Contract Duration 3 Months

Job Description :

• The Specimen Processing Technician (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 employees have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by the client.
• The Specimen Processing Technician 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 Specimen Processing Technician will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer.
• The majority of SPT I work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability is a requirement.
• The department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity / quality standards and departmental completion times.
• The 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.

Education :

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Required Knowledge :
• Basic understanding of computers with a preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and / or laboratory specimen processing.

Work Experience :

• No experience is required but previous laboratory experience is preferred.
• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Previous experience in a production environment is preferred.

Benefits :

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

About The Company :

• Our client empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors, and improve healthcare management.
• The company annually serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and hospitals in the United States, and their 47,000 employees understand that, in the right hands and with the right context, their diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform lives.
• As the world’s leading provider of diagnostic information services, this company is committed to positively impacting the communities they are a part of by promoting a healthier world, building value for all their stakeholders, and creating an inspiring and inclusive workplace.

Inclusion and Diversity are woven into who they are and what they do. The company is inspired by the experiences and perspectives of its diverse employees.

Diversity of thought and authentic connections empower this company to create valuable solutions and deliver inclusive care to their patients and communities.

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Last updated : 2024-05-11