Specimen Technician - Night Shift

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. Basic understanding of computers with a preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.

Our client, a Medical Research company, is looking for a Specimen Technician for their Chantilly VA location.
 
Responsibilities:

• General support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
• 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.
• Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits.

 
Requirements:

• Data entry background. 
• Ability to learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basis.
• Able to sit or stand for long periods.
• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of computers with a preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.
• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not required.
• Previous experience in a production environment preferred.

 
Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program

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