Specimen Technician

Job Title

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $15.00hr - $20.00hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of computers.
• Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Ability to learn and understand specimen types related to tests ordered.
• Ability to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering.
• Availability for weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime as required by staffing needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster a positive environment.
• Ability to adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility.

Responsibilities:

• Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department including A-station, presort, and imaging.
• Handle pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory.
• Perform centrifugation and aliquoting of specimens.
• Ensure all functions are performed with confidence, accuracy, and in a timely manner.
• Work in a biohazard environment while practicing established safety habits.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Adhere to core values, safety, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Maintain a neat and clean work area.

Nice To Have:

• Knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.
• Medical background including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Previous hospital laboratory experience.
• Previous experience in a production environment.

Skills:

• Specimen Processing.
• Data Entry.
• Centrifugation.
• Aliquoting.
• Medical Terminology.
• Laboratory Safety.

Qualification And Education:

• High School Diploma.

Physical Requirements (Due To Nature Of Job, The Candidate Must Have):

• Ability to sit for long periods.
• Ability to stand for long periods.