Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

Location: Gaithersburg, MD

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 5 months
• Start: ASAP
• Pay Rate: $20.70$24.15 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: 12:00 AM 8:30 AM, TuesdaySaturday with a rotating Sunday
• 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 Summary

The Specimen Processing Technician I (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 the 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 nightshift but, based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime availability is a requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department, including A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting
• Works in a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times
• Performs data entry with ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour
• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits
• Able to sit or stand for long periods
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff
• Adheres to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures
• Keeps work area neat and clean
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to change

Required Skills

• Data entry background with ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour
• Basic understanding of computers
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by clients
• Ability to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering
• Strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change
• Availability for weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime as required by staffing needs

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing
• Medical background, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
• Previous laboratory experience
• Previous hospital laboratory experience
• Previous experience in a production environment

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Required Experience

• No experience required

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Previous laboratory experience preferred
• Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not required
• Previous experience in a production environment preferred

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Works in a biohazard environment; must practice good safety habits
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods
• Overtime availability required based on staffing needs
• Weekend, holiday, and on-call availability required based on staffing needs

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

Leading provider of diagnostic information services empowering healthier lives. Leveraging the world's largest clinical lab database, we offer insights to identify and treat diseases, promote healthy behaviors, and improve healthcare management. Serving millions of patients and healthcare providers worldwide, we're committed to a healthier world, inclusive care, and building value for all stakeholders.

About GTT

GTT 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.