Specimen Technician

Job Title: Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I)
Location: Lewisville, TX
Shift: Sunday–Thursday | 9:30 PM – 6:00 AM CST
Duration: 4+ months (contract)
Department: Tech Ops

Job Summary:
The Specimen Processing Technician I supports laboratory operations by processing, sorting, and delivering specimens accurately and on time. This role requires strong data entry skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, biohazard environment. Most work is performed on night shift, with potential weekend, holiday, overtime, and on-call needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform specimen processing tasks including accessioning (A-station), presort, centrifugation, aliquoting, imaging/microfilming

• Enter data at a rate of ~6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour

• Collect, sort, and deliver specimens to appropriate testing labs (significant walking required)

• Follow daily-changing compliance and test-ordering regulations

• Maintain productivity, quality standards, and turnaround times

• Work safely in a biohazard environment and keep work areas clean and organized

• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Basic computer and data entry skills

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods

• Strong organizational skills and adaptability to change

Preferred Qualifications:

• Laboratory, medical, hospital, production, inventory, or warehousing experience

• Knowledge of medical terminology or specimen processing

Work Environment:

• Production-driven laboratory setting

• Emphasis on accuracy, flexibility, teamwork, and customer satisfaction