Specimen Technician

Job Title: Specimen Technician
Location: Greensboro, NC 27410
Duration: 3-4 Months (temp to hire)
Shift/Time: Mon - Fri 3rd Shift 10:00pm - 3:00am- EST (part time)

Job Summary:

• The SPT I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
• This includes specimen handling, data entry, and other processing tasks to ensure timely and accurate laboratory operations.
• This position is critical to maintaining quality standards and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general specimen processing tasks including A-station duties, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting.
• Complete all functions with confidence, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Learn and understand specimen types and client test requirements.
• Adhere to compliance regulations, which may change daily.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards in a production environment.
• Enter data at a rate of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Follow safety protocols in a biohazard environment.
• Sit or stand for extended periods as required.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills and adaptability to change.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Basic understanding of computers.
• Preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or specimen processing.

Experience:

• No prior experience required.
• Previous laboratory or hospital lab experience is preferred.
• Medical background or knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.
• Experience in a production environment is advantageous.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• Work in a biohazard environment.
• Sit or stand for long periods.
• Perform repetitive data entry tasks.