Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

title:Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift
location:10200 COMMERCE PKWY, Miramar FL 33025
duration:4+ months
shift: 9:00pm - 5:30am
also may need to work some Saturdays

Additional Job Details:
MUST HAVE EXCELLENT UNDERSTANDING OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE BOTH SPOKEN AND WRITTEN

**Bilingual candidates strongly preferred who also speak Spanish. English still must be strong, as well**

Description:

• The 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.
• Job is complex and requires that employee have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client. The SPT I must have to the ability 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.
• Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
• Position requires data background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits.
• Able to sit or stand for long periods.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff.
• Adheres to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

Education: H S diploma or equivalent.

Required Knowledge : Basic understanding of computers with a preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.

Work Experience : No experience required but 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.Position is offered by a no fee agency.