Specimen Technician

Specimen TechnicianLocation: Chantilly, VAOnsite Flexibility: OnsiteContract DetailsPosition Type: ContractContract Duration: 3 monthsPay Rate: $20.00–$22.87 / Hour (USD)Shift / Schedule: Thursday–Monday, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM (EST)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 SummaryThe 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 night shift, but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability is a requirement.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform 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 aliquotingEnter alphanumeric data at a rate of 6,000 keystrokes per hourWork in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habitsSit or stand for long periods as required by production workflowCommunicate effectively with all levels of staffAdhere to core values, safety and compliance policies and proceduresKeep work area neat and cleanDemonstrate strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environmentDemonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changeRequired SkillsData entry background with ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hourGood organizational skillsAbility to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by clientAbility to learn and understand compliance regulations related to test orderingBasic understanding of computersAbility to work in a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion timesAvailability for weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime as required by staffing needsPreferred SkillsKnowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processingMedical background including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratoryPrevious laboratory experiencePrevious hospital laboratory experiencePrevious experience in a production environmentEducation RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent (required)Required ExperienceNo experience requiredNice-to-Have ExperiencePrevious laboratory experience preferredPrevious hospital laboratory experience (a plus but not required)Previous experience in a production environment preferredMedical background preferred, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratoryWork Environment / Physical RequirementsDepartment is a production environment with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion timesWorks in a biohazard environment; must practice good safety habitsMust be able to sit or stand for long periodsMajority of SPT I positions work on the night shift; weekend, holiday, on-call, and overtime availability is a requirementOvertime availability required based on staffing needsBenefitsMedical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement FundAbout the ClientThis client is a world-leading provider of diagnostic information services, operating at national scale and serving one in three adult Americans each year. Supporting half of the physicians and hospitals across the United States — with laboratory operations extending internationally — this organization delivers the diagnostic insights that drive clinical decisions, guide treatments, and ultimately save lives. With nearly 50,000 employees, it combines the reach of a national enterprise with a deeply personal commitment to patient outcomes. The organization employs laboratory scientists, logistics professionals, specimen processing technicians, and business talent across clinical and operational functions, offering structured development pathways, cross-functional exposure, and a culture built around enriching the employee experience, expanding opportunity, and elevating belonging.About GTTGTT 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: 26-12447Industry: Healthcare