Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician

Job Title: Specimen Technician
Location:  Chantilly VA 20151
Duration: 3+ months 
Shift/Time Zone:  Tues-Sat; 1PM-9:30PM EST
 

Additional Job Details:	Employee will be responsible for placing samples into small devices then sending down our CSSS automation. Employee will be responsible for aliquotting samples. Employee will be responsible for performing a pre-sort for manually batched samples.

 

Description:

• The 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 client. 
• The SPT I must have to the ability learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basis. 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 the 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 night shift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime availability is a requirement.
• Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times. 
• Position requires data background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour. Works in a bio hazard environment, practicing good safety habits. 
• Able to sit or stand for long periods. 
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff. Adheres to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures.
•  Keeps work area neat and clean. 
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

Education: 
HS diploma or equivalent. 

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

Work Experience:

• No experience required but previous laboratory experience preferred. 
• 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.

 
 
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: $ 20.00/daily.