Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

Job Title
- Specimen Processing
- Specimen Technician

Location: Tampa, FL

Duration: 5+ Months

Shift/Time Zone: Mon
- Fri 8pm- 4:30am

MUST HAVE EXCELLENT UNDERSTANDING OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE BOTH SPOKEN AND WRITTEN

The Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) is responsible for performing general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This role requires strong data entry skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow laboratory protocols in a fast‑paced production environment. The position plays a critical part in ensuring specimen quality and customer satisfaction.

• Perform specimen processing tasks including A‑station, presort, centrifugation, aliquoting, imaging/microfilming, and delivery of processed specimens to laboratory departments.
• Complete all assigned functions with accuracy, confidence, and within required time frames.
• Accurately enter high‑volume alphanumeric data (minimum 6,000 keystrokes per hour).
• Learn and understand specimen types associated with ordered tests.
• Stay up‑to‑date with changing compliance regulations related to test ordering.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards in a production‑driven environment.
• Communicate effectively with staff at all levels and respond professionally to varying customer demands.
• Demonstrate flexibility to adapt to daily operational changes.
• Practice proper safety procedures in a biohazard environment.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Support departmental goals, values, and policies at all times.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods as required.

• Majority of SPT I positions are on the night shift.
• Weekends, holidays, overtime, and on‑call availability may be required based on staffing needs.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Basic computer knowledge required; familiarity with laboratory testing and specimen processing preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to learn quickly.
• Understanding medical terminology is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, production environment.

• No prior experience required.
• Previous laboratory or hospital laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience in a production environment or medical background is a plus.

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