Specimen Technician

The Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) provides general support within the Specimen Processing Department. This role requires strong data entry skills and the ability to work accurately, efficiently, and confidently in a fast-paced production environment. The SPT I is essential to maintaining quality and customer satisfaction.

• Perform general specimen processing tasks, which may include:

  • A-station functions

  • Presort

  • Pickup and delivery of processed specimens

  • Imaging/microfilming

  • Centrifugation

  • Aliquoting

• Enter data with accuracy and speed (minimum 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour).

• Maintain strong knowledge of specimen types related to client test orders.

• Understand and adapt to compliance regulations that may change daily.

• Work efficiently to meet productivity, quality, and departmental completion standards.

• Practice good safety habits in a biohazard environment.

• Communicate effectively with staff at all levels.

• Keep work area neat, clean, and organized.

• Demonstrate flexibility to adapt to frequent changes and varying customer demands.

• Foster a positive work environment through strong interpersonal skills.

• Fast-paced, production-oriented department.

• Majority of work performed on the night shift.

• Weekends, holidays, on-call rotations, and overtime may be required depending on staffing needs.

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Basic computer knowledge required.

• Preferred: Familiarity with laboratory testing or specimen processing.

• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a production setting.

• No experience required—training provided.

• Preferred:

  • Previous clinical laboratory or hospital laboratory experience.

  • Medical background and knowledge of medical terminology.

  • Experience in a production environment.

• Group interviews held every Tuesday between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM.