Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

The Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) provides essential support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This role is critical to maintaining quality standards and ensuring customer satisfaction. The SPT I performs a variety of specimen handling and data entry tasks in a fast-paced, production-oriented laboratory environment, while adhering to strict safety, compliance, and quality guidelines.

• Perform general specimen processing support functions, including but not limited to:

  • A-station processing

  • Presorting specimens

  • Pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory

  • Imaging and microfilming

  • Centrifugation and aliquoting of specimens

• Accurately enter specimen and test information into laboratory systems (minimum of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour).

• Learn and correctly identify specimen types related to tests ordered by clients.

• Understand and comply with regulatory and compliance requirements related to test ordering, which may change frequently.

• Maintain productivity and quality standards while meeting departmental turnaround times.

• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff and other departments.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Adhere to all safety, compliance, and organizational policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to frequent changes in workload, priorities, and customer demands.

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

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

• Production-focused environment with emphasis on accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Basic computer skills and data entry experience.

• Ability to work night shifts and be available for weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime as needed.

• Previous laboratory or specimen processing experience.

• Medical background with knowledge of clinical laboratory medical terminology.

• Previous hospital laboratory experience.

• Experience working in a production or high-volume environment.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to learn complex processes and adapt to frequent changes.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.