Specimen Technician

Specimen TechnicianLocation: Lewisville, TXOnsite Flexibility: OnsiteContract DetailsPosition Type: ContractContract Duration: 2 monthsPay Rate: $20.00–$23.21 / Hour (USD)Shift / Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 PM – 6:30 AMWork Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Job SummaryThe Specimen Processing Technician (SPT I) is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This position requires a data entry background. Functions performed may include but are not limited to A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting. All functions must be performed with confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner. The job is complex and requires that the employee have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client. The SPT I must have the ability to learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basis. This position is critical to quality for customer satisfaction. Additionally, since many changes do occur from day to day, great flexibility on the part of the SPT I is required. The SPT I will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer. The majority of SPT I work on the night shift, but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime availability is a requirement.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratoryPerform imaging/microfilming of specimens and related documentationPerform centrifugation and aliquoting of specimensExecute all functions with confidence, accuracy and in a timely mannerLearn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by clientLearn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change on a daily basisWork within a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion timesEnter data at a rate of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hourWork in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habitsSit or stand for long periods as requiredCommunicate effectively with all levels of staffAdhere to core values, safety and compliance policies and proceduresKeep work area neat and cleanDemonstrate strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environmentDemonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changeMaintain availability for weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime as required based on staffing needsRequired SkillsData entry background with ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hourBasic understanding of computersGood organization skillsAbility to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) orderedAbility to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test orderingEffective communication skills across all levels of staffStrong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environmentFlexibility and ability to adapt to changeAbility to sit or stand for long periodsAbility to work in a biohazard environment while practicing good safety habitsPreferred SkillsKnowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processingMedical background including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratoryEducation RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent (required)Required ExperienceNo experience requiredNice-to-Have ExperiencePrevious laboratory experience preferredPrevious hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not requiredPrevious experience in a production environment preferredWork Environment / Physical RequirementsWorks in a biohazard environment; good safety habits required at all timesMust be able to sit or stand for long periodsProduction environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion timesMajority of work performed on the night shift (Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM)Weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime availability is a requirement based on staffing needsBenefitsMedical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement FundAbout the ClientThis client is the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, operating at national scale and serving one in three adult Americans every year while supporting half of the physicians and hospitals across the United States, with laboratory operations extending internationally. With nearly 50,000 employees across a vast national footprint, this organization delivers the diagnostic insights that drive clinical decisions, guide treatments, and ultimately save lives. The work here is genuinely consequential — whether a sample reveals a cancer marker, confirms a chronic condition, or clears a patient, the people behind those results contribute to healthcare outcomes that matter. The organization employs laboratory scientists, logistics professionals, specimen processing technicians, and business talent who benefit from structured development pathways, cross-functional exposure, and a culture built around enriching the employee experience, expanding opportunity, and elevating belonging.About GTTGTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. 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