Specimen Technician

Responsible for general specimen processing functions, including data entry, presorting, A-station operations, centrifugation, aliquoting, imaging, and specimen pickup and delivery. Key Responsibilities: Perform specimen processing and data entry with a minimum speed of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.

Job Title: Lab Assistant/ Specimen Technician
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Duration: 3+ Months (Possibility of Extension/ Temp to Hire)
3rd Shift: Mon-Fri 7pm - 4am

Job Summary:
Responsible for general specimen processing functions, including data entry, presorting, A-station operations, centrifugation, aliquoting, imaging, and specimen pickup and delivery. Ensures accuracy, quality, and timely completion of tasks while meeting productivity standards and maintaining customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform specimen processing and data entry with a minimum speed of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Identify specimen types and understand client test requirements.
• Follow laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and compliance regulations.
• Maintain quality, accuracy, productivity, and turnaround-time standards.
• Keep the work area clean and organized and communicate effectively with team members.
• Adapt to changing workloads and priorities.
• Be available for night shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call duties as required.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience & Skills:

• No prior experience required; laboratory or production experience preferred.
• Basic computer and data entry skills required.
• Medical terminology and clinical laboratory knowledge preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and work safely in a biohazard environment.