Specimen Technician

TalentBurst; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Specimen Technician to support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This role emphasizes data accuracy, flexibility, and strong organizational skills while working in a biohazard environment. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a background in data entry, and an understanding of laboratory processes, all essential for ensuring quality customer satisfaction in the laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing and specimen processing preferred.
• Medical background with terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general support functions in the Specimen Processing Department.
• Maintain a clean work area and adhere to safety policies.
• Must work in a biohazard environment and handle specimens accurately.
• Communicate effectively with team members and adapt to customer demands.

Skills

Data entry background

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility to adapt to changes

Basic understanding of computers

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job: Specimen Technician

Location: Cleveland, OH

Duration: 3 Months

Shift: 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM; Work week is Wednesday-Sunday

Responsibilities

• 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 nightshift 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 biohazard 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.

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