Hospital Specimen Technician – Growth & Impact

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Peoria, IL seeks a Hospital Specimen Technician (Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) to prepare patient specimens and support hospital laboratory testing with accuracy and teamwork.

Responsibilities include specimen processing, test send-out, LIS system familiarity, data entry, and proactive communication with hospital staff and Quest colleagues. High attention to safety and compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of working experience in a similar role.
• Medical background preferred, including terminology used in clinical laboratories.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens and manage test send-out according to hospital procedures.
• Interpret specimen flow and tracking data using available reports.
• Order supplies and perform remote accessioning as needed.
• Provide proactive customer support and liaise with hospital staff and Quest team.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hospital LIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quest Diagnostics in Peoria, IL seeks a Hospital Specimen Technician (Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) to prepare patient specimens and support hospital laboratory testing with accuracy and teamwork.

Responsibilities include specimen processing, test send-out, LIS system familiarity, data entry, and proactive communication with hospital staff and Quest colleagues. High attention to safety and compliance is essential.