Specimen Technician

Specimen Technician

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 5 months
• Pay Rate: $17.20–$22.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM ET
• 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. 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 A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory
• Perform 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 client
• Learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change on a daily basis
• Work within a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times
• Enter data at a rate 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
• 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
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods
• Basic understanding of computers
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to change
• Adherence to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing
• Medical background, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory

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; must practice good safety habits
• 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 work is on the evening/nightshift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM ET)

Benefits

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

About the Client

This client is a leading provider of diagnostic information and laboratory services, serving millions of patients and healthcare providers across the United States and internationally. Leveraging one of the world's largest clinical lab databases, the organization delivers insights that help identify and treat diseases, promote healthy behaviors, and improve healthcare management. With a commitment to inclusive care and healthier communities, this client employs thousands of professionals nationwide — including specimen processing technicians, laboratory scientists, patient services representatives, and clinical support staff — across a broad network of diagnostic and pathology facilities.

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.