Specimen Technician

Overview:
The SPT I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This role requires strong data entry skills and the ability to perform tasks with confidence, accuracy, and timeliness. The position is critical to ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining quality standards.

Specimen Processing Tasks:

• Perform functions such as A-station, presort, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting.

• Pick up and deliver processed specimens to the laboratory.

• Maintain accuracy while handling various specimen types and understanding related test orders.

Data Entry & Productivity:

• Enter a minimum of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.

• Work efficiently in a production-driven environment with strict productivity, quality, and completion-time standards.

Safety & Compliance:

• Work in a biohazard environment while practicing proper safety procedures.

• Stay current with compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change daily.

• Keep work areas neat, clean, and organized.

Communication & Professionalism:

• Communicate effectively with staff at all levels.

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a positive work environment.

• Show flexibility and adapt to frequent changes and varied customer demands.

• Majority of shifts occur overnight (night shift).

• Weekends, holidays, on-call shifts, and overtime may be required based on staffing needs.

• Position may require prolonged sitting or standing.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and specimen processing.

• Medical terminology familiarity is a plus.

Experience:

• No prior experience required.

• Preferred: previous laboratory, hospital laboratory, or production-environment experience.

• Interviews are held on Tuesdays between 12 PM and 3 PM.