Specimen Technician

Specimen Processing Technician IPay Range: $16.30hr - $21.30hrJob OverviewThe Specimen Processing Technician I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This position requires a data entry background. The candidate will perform tasks including specimen sorting, delivery, centrifugation, and aliquoting with high accuracy. The role requires the ability to understand specimen types and compliance regulations in a fast-paced production environment.ResponsibilitiesThe candidate is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. 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 role is complex and requires that the candidate have good organizational skills and the ability to learn and understand specimen types related to tests ordered. The candidate 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 occur from day to day, great flexibility on the part of the candidate is required. The candidate will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer. The majority of the work occurs on the nightshift, but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability is a requirement.The department is a production environment, with an emphasis on productivity, quality standards, and departmental completion times. The candidate works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits. The candidate will communicate effectively with all levels of staff and adhere to core values, safety, and compliance policies and procedures. The candidate is expected to keep the work area neat and clean and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment. The candidate must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to adapt to change.EducationHigh School diploma or equivalent.Required KnowledgeBasic understanding of computers with a preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.Work ExperienceNo experience required but previous laboratory experience is preferred. A medical background which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory is preferred. Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not required. Previous experience in a production environment is preferred.Physical RequirementsAbility to sit for long periods.Ability to stand for long periods.