Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

The Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) provides essential operational support within the Specimen Processing Department. This role involves accurate data entry, specimen handling, and laboratory support functions in a fast-paced, production-driven environment. The SPT I ensures quality, compliance, and timely processing to support laboratory testing and customer satisfaction.

• Perform specimen processing tasks including A-station, presort, centrifugation, aliquoting, imaging/microfilming, and specimen transport to the laboratory

• Accurately enter and verify specimen and test order data (minimum 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour)

• Maintain compliance with laboratory regulations and test-ordering requirements, adapting to frequent changes

• Handle specimens in a biohazard environment while following safety and infection control protocols

• Meet productivity, quality, and departmental turnaround time standards

• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff, supervisors, and other departments

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing priorities and customer demands

• Work night shifts primarily, with availability for weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call shifts as needed

• Strong data entry and computer skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to learn and recognize laboratory specimen types and related tests

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Adaptability in a dynamic, high-volume production environment

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods

• Strong interpersonal skills that support teamwork and a positive workplace

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• No prior experience required

• Previous laboratory, medical, or hospital experience preferred

• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred

• Experience in a production or high-volume environment is a plus

• Clinical laboratory and biohazard environment

• Emphasis on safety, compliance, productivity, and quality standards