Specimen Processing Technician

Global Technical Talent; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of diagnostic information services is seeking a Specimen Processing Technician I. This role involves processing specimens in a fast-paced laboratory. Responsibilities include receiving, sorting, centrifuging, and delivering specimens while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Ideal candidates possess strong data entry skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma. The position emphasizes safety and quality in handling biological specimens. Medical, dental, and vision insurance are among the benefits offered.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 6000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour required.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing functions including presort, centrifugation, and aliquoting.
• Maintain compliance with all laboratory safety and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately enter specimen and test data.

Skills

Strong data entry skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Primary Job Title: Specimen Processing Technician I

Alternate / Related Job Titles:

• Laboratory Specimen Processor
• Clinical Lab Processing Technician
• Accessioning Technician
• Lab Operations Technician

Location & Onsite Flexibility: Cleveland, OH — On-Site

Contract Details:

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 3 Months
• Start: As Soon As Possible
• Pay Rate: $17.20 – $23.00/hour
• Shift: 3rd Shift (Night Shift)
• Schedule: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM (EST)
• Additional Availability: Weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime as needed

Job Description

The client is seeking a Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) to provide general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This role is critical to quality and customer satisfaction and operates in a fast-paced production laboratory environment. The SPT I performs a variety of tasks including specimen receiving, presorting, centrifugation, aliquoting, imaging, and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory. The role requires strong data entry accuracy, organizational skills, and the ability to learn and comply with frequently changing test-ordering and compliance regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing functions including A-station, presort, centrifugation, aliquoting, and imaging
• Pick up and deliver processed specimens within the laboratory
• Accurately enter specimen and test data (minimum 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour)
• Maintain compliance with all laboratory safety and regulatory requirements
• Work in a biohazard environment while practicing proper safety procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized work area
• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff at all levels
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing daily priorities

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong data entry skills and attention to detail
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required

Preferred Skills

• Previous laboratory or specimen processing experience
• Medical background, including medical terminology
• Prior hospital or clinical laboratory experience
• Experience working in a production environment

Work Environment

• Production-focused laboratory with productivity and quality standards
• Exposure to biological specimens and biohazard materials
• Emphasis on safety, compliance, and departmental turnaround times

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

About the Company

A leading provider of diagnostic information services, empowering healthier lives through data-driven insights. Leveraging the world’s largest clinical laboratory database, the organization supports disease identification, treatment decisions, and improved healthcare management for millions of patients and providers worldwide.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American–owned company. GTT values diverse and inclusive workplaces and partners with Fortune 500 organizations across banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-01138

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