Specimen Technician

Job Overview

Pay Range: $14.88hr - $19.88hr

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of computers.
• Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Ability to work in a biohazard environment while practicing safety habits.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, on call, and overtime as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster a positive environment.
• Ability to adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility.

• 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 accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Learn and understand specimen types related to tests ordered.
• Maintain compliance with regulations related to test ordering.
• Adhere to core values, safety, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Keep work area neat and clean.
• Perform accessioning and data entry tasks while meeting productivity standards.

• 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.

• Data Entry.
• Specimen Processing.
• Centrifugation.
• Ali quoting.
• Medical Terminology.
• Laboratory Safety.
• Accessioning.

• High School Diploma or GED.

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