Specimen Technician

Specimen Technician Location: Woodland Park, NJ Onsite Flexibility: Onsite Contract Details Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 4 months Pay Rate: $17.20–$22.00 / Hour (USD) Shift / Schedule: 3rd Shift — 11:00 PM – 7:00AM Overtime: Overtime availability is a requirement 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 Perform 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 Perform all functions with confidence, accuracy, and in a timely manner Learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by the client Learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change on a daily basis Work in a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times Enter alphanumeric data at a rate of 6,000 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 Good organization skills Ability to learn and understand specimen types and compliance regulations related to test ordering Ability to sit or stand for long periods Effective communication skills with all levels of staff Adherence to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures Strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment Flexibility and ability to adapt to change Basic understanding of computers 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; good safety habits required Must be able to sit or stand for long periods Department is a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times Weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability is a requirement based on staffing needs Majority of SPT I work on the nightshift (3rd shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM) 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. Job Number: 26-07873 Industry: Healthcare #gttic