Specimen Technician - Hospital

Specimen Technician
- Hospital
- Marietta, OH, Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with rotational weekends

Pay range: Minimum of $17.20+ per hour. Employees may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

We are proud to offer best‑in‑class benefits and programs to support employees and their families. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects—physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part‑time or full‑time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Vacation and Health/Flex Time (part‑time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• 6 Holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Annual incentive plans
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• and so much more!

The Hospital Specimen Associate is responsible for the preparation of patient’s specimens in a hospital location where multiple Hospital Specimen Associates work together with minimal direction. The Hospital Specimen Associate must be able to perform and follow all pre‑analytical processing procedures with accuracy and in a timely manner. The roles & responsibilities below are specific to samples being performed by Quest laboratory testing.

• Demonstrate excellent proficiency in test ordering policies, hospital processing procedures, specimen requirements for test ordering, sample preparation, Quantum, and compliance/legal requirements.
• Knowledge and competency of Hospital LIS system (client specific)
• Print Quest performed testing reports
• Demonstrate ability to interpret specimen flow/tracking data utilizing all available reports and resources
• Responsible for supply ordering processes.
• Perform remote accessioning (pre‑accessioning), (client specific)

• Troubleshoot and resolve specimen type issues, missing information, TIQ, TNP, additional sample requests, and other client issues related to area of responsibility.

• Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills as the liaison between customer & Quest performing laboratory to provide pro‑active customer support.
• Responsible for managing inbound calls with a positive client interaction.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the hospital laboratory staff, as well as the Quest Diagnostics sales team and other functions in the organization.
• Communicate effectively information regarding problem‑solving with specimens, test cancellations, testing requirements, billing requirements with various hospital staff.

• 1–3 years of working experience

• Medical background preferred, which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
• Previous experience in a hospital laboratory environment preferred

• Position requires data‑entry background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety…