Specimen Technician

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

Job summary

A medical research company is seeking a Specimen Technician in the Tees Valley area. This role requires data entry skills, organization, and the ability to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, with previous laboratory experience appreciated but not mandatory. The position offers health benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Referral Program

Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
• Experience in a laboratory setting preferred.
• Understanding of medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
• Process specimens with accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Data entry

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to adapt to change

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Our Client, a Medical Research company, is looking for a Specimen Technician for their Cleveland, OH location.

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.

Requirements

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

Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws