Specimen Technician

Job Title: Specimen Technician

Duration: 4 Months

Location: Lewisville, TX 75067

Job Description:

• SPT I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
• This position requires a data entry background. Functions performed may include but are not limited to A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting.
• All functions must be performed with confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner. Job is complex and requires that employee have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by clients.
• The SPT I must have the ability learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change daily. This position is critical to quality for customer satisfaction. Additionally, since many changes do occur from day to day, great flexibility on the part of SPT I is required.
• The SPT I will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer.
• Majority of SPT I work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime availability is a requirement.

Required:

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of computers with a preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.
• 6 months of experience required.
• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.