Specimen Technician

Specimen TechnicianLocation: Chantilly, VAOnsite Flexibility: OnsiteContract Details:Position Type: ContractContract Duration: 3 monthsPay Rate: $25.20 / Hour (USD)Shift / Schedule: Wednesday–Sunday, 7:00 PM – 3:30 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 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 be 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 night shift, but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability is a requirement.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform 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 aliquotingEnter data at a minimum of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hourLearn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by the clientLearn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change on a daily basisWork in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habitsCommunicate 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 productivity and quality standards and meet departmental completion times within a production environmentRequired SkillsData entry background with ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hourBasic understanding of computersGood organization skillsAbility to sit or stand for long periodsStrong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environmentFlexibility and ability to adapt to changeAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of staffPreferred 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 experience preferredPrevious hospital laboratory experience (a plus, not required)Medical background preferred, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratoryPrevious experience in a production environment preferredWork Environment / Physical RequirementsWorks in a biohazard environment; good safety habits requiredAbility to sit or stand for long periodsDepartment is a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion timesMajority of work is on the night shift; weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability required based on staffing needsOvertime expectedBenefitsMedical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement FundAbout the ClientThis client is the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, with laboratory operations serving one in three adult Americans and supporting half of the physicians and hospitals across the United States, 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 save lives. The organization employs laboratory scientists, logistics professionals, specimen processing technicians, and business talent who collectively contribute to healthcare outcomes that matter. Investment in professional growth is a real priority, with structured development pathways, cross-functional exposure, and eleven Employee Business Networks open to all employees.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.Job Number: 26-14053Industry: Healthcare