Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

Job Title: Specimen Technician I – 3rd Shift
Location: Miramar, FL
Duration: 3+ Months (Possibility of Extension)
Shift: Monday–Friday | 9:00 PM – 5:30 AM
 

The Specimen Technician I (SPT I) provides general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department in a fast-paced production laboratory environment. This role is data-entry intensive and critical to maintaining quality, accuracy, and customer satisfaction. The SPT I must demonstrate strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to frequent procedural and compliance updates.

• Perform general specimen processing support functions, including but not limited to:
  • A-station processing
  • Pre-sort activities
  • Pickup and delivery of processed specimens to laboratory locations
  • Imaging and microfilming
  • Centrifugation and specimen aliquoting
• Accurately enter high volumes of data, meeting productivity standards of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour
• Ensure all tasks are completed with confidence, accuracy, and within established turnaround times
• Learn and understand specimen types associated with client-ordered tests
• Maintain compliance with test-ordering regulations and adapt to frequent updates
• Work effectively in a biohazard environment while practicing proper safety procedures
• Communicate clearly and professionally with all levels of laboratory staff
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Demonstrate flexibility to accommodate changing daily priorities and customer demands
• Support department productivity and quality standards in a production-driven environment

• Primarily assigned to night shift
• Must be available for weekends, holidays, on-call assignments, and overtime based on staffing needs

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in a changing environment
• Commitment to company core values, safety, and compliance policies

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)

• Basic computer skills
• Data entry proficiency
• Preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or specimen processing

• No prior experience required
• Previous laboratory or specimen processing experience preferred
• Medical background with knowledge of clinical laboratory terminology preferred
• Prior hospital laboratory experience is a plus
• Experience in a production or high-volume environment preferred