Hospital Specimen Technician — Precise Lab Support

Quest Diagnostics; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical & Dental

401(k) match

Annual incentive plans

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Specimen Technician in Charlottesville, VA, Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM with rotational weekends, full-time. Responsibilities include specimen preparation, order processing, and ensuring accurate data entry in a hospital setting.

The role requires strong communication, ability to manage multiple tasks, and familiarity with hospital laboratory workflows. Health benefits, training, and potential annual bonuses accompany the position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with hospital lab processes and data entry preferred.
• Experience with hospital LIS and MS Office is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient specimens in a hospital setting per procedures.
• Handle test orders, data entry, and specimen tracking.
• Provide proactive customer service and liaison with hospital staff.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Hospital LIS

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Specimen Technician in Charlottesville, VA, Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM with rotational weekends, full-time. Responsibilities include specimen preparation, order processing, and ensuring accurate data entry in a hospital setting.

The role requires strong communication, ability to manage multiple tasks, and familiarity with hospital laboratory workflows. Health benefits, training, and potential annual bonuses accompany the position.