Specimen Technician

Specimen TechnicianLocation: Sacramento, CAOnsite Flexibility: OnsiteContract Details:Position Type: ContractContract Duration: 3 monthsPay Rate: $18.20–$21.31 / Hour (USD)Shift / Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 PM – 5:30 AM (PST)Work 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 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. Job is complex and requires that 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. Majority of SPT I work on the nightshift 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 laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquotingPerform all functions with confidence, accuracy and in a timely mannerLearn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by clientLearn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basisWork in a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion timesEnter data at a minimum of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/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 changeRequired SkillsData entry backgroundAbility to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hourGood organization skillsAbility to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by clientAbility to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test orderingBasic understanding of computersCommunicates effectively with all levels of staffDemonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to changeDemonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environmentAvailability for weekends, holidays, on call, and overtime as required based on staffing needsPreferred SkillsKnowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processingMedical background, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratoryPrevious laboratory experiencePrevious hospital laboratory experiencePrevious experience in a production environmentEducation RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent (required)Required ExperienceNo experience requiredNice-to-Have ExperiencePrevious laboratory experiencePrevious hospital laboratory experiencePrevious experience in a production environmentMedical background which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratoryWork Environment / Physical RequirementsWorks in a biohazard environment; must practice good safety habitsMust be able to sit or stand for long periodsProduction environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion timesNightshift work is the majority of SPT I assignments; weekends, holidays, on call, and overtime availability required based on staffing needsOvertime is expected as part of this roleBenefitsMedical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement FundAbout the ClientThis client is a leading provider of diagnostic information services in the healthcare industry, serving one in three adult Americans annually and supporting half of the physicians and hospitals across the United States, with laboratory operations extending internationally. With nearly 50,000 employees, this organization operates at national scale while serving patients at the most personal level, delivering the diagnostic insights that drive clinical decisions, guide treatments, and ultimately save lives. The organization employs laboratory scientists, logistics professionals, technologists, specimen processing technicians, and business talent who contribute directly to patient health outcomes across its expansive network.About GTTGTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.