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

• 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.