Specimen Technician

Specimen Technician

Location: Clifton, NJ

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 6 months
• Pay Rate: $20.70$24.15 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: 3rd Shift MondayFriday, 10:00 PM 6:30 AM
• 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 night shift, but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability is a requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department in a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
• Perform A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting.
• Enter data at a minimum of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Work in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits.
• Sit or stand for long periods as required.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Adhere to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures.
• Keep work area neat and clean.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

Required Skills

• Data entry background with ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Basic understanding of computers.
• Good organization skills.
• Ability to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client.
• Ability to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
• Adherence to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures.

Preferred Skills

• Preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Required Experience

• No experience required.

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Medical background preferred, which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• 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 at all times.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods.
• Majority of work is performed on the night shift; weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability is a requirement based on staffing needs.
• Overtime expectations apply to this role.

Benefits

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

About the Client

This client is a leading provider of diagnostic information services in the healthcare industry, serving millions of patients and healthcare providers across the United States and worldwide. Leveraging the world's largest clinical lab database, the organization delivers insights to identify and treat diseases, promote healthy behaviors, and improve healthcare management. The company employs specimen processing technicians, laboratory professionals, patient services representatives, and clinical support staff committed to delivering quality diagnostic results and inclusive care.

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.

Job Number: 26-07544

Industry: Healthcare