Specimen Technician - Lewisville, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Specimen Technician

Location: Lewisville, TX

Pay Rate: Starting at $18.00/hour

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday | 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Dean's Professional Services is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Specimen Technician to support a high-volume laboratory in Lewisville, TX. This role is critical to ensuring accurate specimen processing and timely diagnostic testing in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Position Overview

As a Specimen Technician, you will support daily laboratory operations by receiving, processing, and preparing specimens with a strong focus on accuracy, quality, and turnaround times. This is an excellent opportunity to build hands-on experience in a clinical lab setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and process patient specimens in a high-volume production environment
• Perform data entry with speed and accuracy (6,000+ keystrokes/hour preferred)
• Prepare specimens for testing, including centrifugation and aliquoting
• Ensure proper labeling, tracking, and delivery of specimens to appropriate lab areas
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in a biohazard environment
• Communicate effectively with team members and support departments
• Keep work area clean, organized, and aligned with safety protocols
• Adapt to changing workflows, priorities, and departmental needs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong data entry and basic computer skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Previous laboratory, medical, or production experience preferred but not required
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology is a plus

Why Join Dean's Professional Services?

• Competitive pay with comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 401(k))
• Consistent schedule supporting work-life balance
• Entry-level opportunity to grow within the healthcare and laboratory field
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career development and advancement

Since 1993, Dean's Professional Services has placed over 50,000 professionals nationwide. As a trusted, award-winning staffing firm, we connect top talent with leading organizations-focusing on long-term success and cultural fit.

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Dean's Professional Services is an equal opportunity employer providing staffing solutions across healthcare and professional industries.