Clinical - Hospital Specimen Technician

Title: Clinical - Hospital Specimen Technician
Location:  Chicago IL 60616
Duration: 3 months 
Shift: 830a-5pm Monday-Friday rotating weekends Saturdays  9a-3p (Training will be 12p-830p)

Additional Job Details:    SPECIMEN PROCESSING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED WITH LABORATORY EXPRIENCE MEDICAL TERMINOLGY DATEA ENTRY

Description

• The Hospital Specimen Technician is responsible for the preparation of patients specimens in a hospital location.
• The Hospital Specimen Technician must be able to perform and follow all preanalytical processing procedures with accuracy and in a timely manner.
• The roles responsibilities below are specific to samples being performed for Quest laboratory testing Specimen Processing Test Send Out Responsibilities Demonstrates excellent proficiency in test ordering policies, hospital processing procedures, specimen requirements for test ordering, sample preparation, Quantum, and compliancelegal requirements.
• Knowledge and competency of Hospital LIS system client specific Print client performed testing reports Demonstrates ability to interpret specimen flowtracking data utilizing all available reports and resources Responsible for supply ordering processes.
• Performs remote accessioning preaccessioning, client specific

Problem Resolution Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and problem resolution for specimen types, missing information, TIQ, TNP, additional sample requests, and other client issues related to area of responsibility.
• Customer Service Responsibilities Demonstrates exceptional customer service skills as the Liaison between customer Client performing laboratory to provide proactive customer support. Responsible for managing inbound calls with a positive client interaction.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with the hospital laboratory staff, as well as the client sales team and other functions in the organization. Communicates effectively information regarding problemsolving with specimens, test cancellations, testing requirements, billing requirements with various hospital staff.

Work Experience:

• 1 3 years of working experience

Preferred Work Experience

• Medical background preferred, which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical?laboratory?
• Previous experience in a hospital laboratory environment?preferred??

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Position requires data-entry background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.?
• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety?habits.?
• Able to sit or stand for long?periods.?

Skills

• Handles multiple tasks simultaneously and works in a production?environment.
• Hospital LIS Systems knowledge or experience a plus
• Command of Microsoft Office Suite
• Client interfacing role requiring strong communication, collaboration, and problem solving skills
• The position requires demonstrated data entry skills to effectively utilize both the CLIENT Job Description Template (2021) Diagnostics system and the hospital client systems.
• Maintains composure while working under?pressure.
• Reflects good judgment when determining what action to take when resolving?problems.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.?
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to?change.

Education

• High School Diploma/equivalent is required

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 17.00/daily.