Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician II)

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Germantown, TN is seeking a Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician II) for a Monday-Thursday shift from 7:30 AM to 2:45 PM. The role involves executing specimen processing tasks and ensuring accuracy and compliance, with a pay range of $17.20+ per hour and potential annual bonus eligibility.

Candidates will perform duties across stations such as A Station, Frozen, CPU, and Micro, while maintaining safe lab practices and documenting results in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate with internal and external staff.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates flexibility to adapt to changes in workflow.
• Maintains a neat, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing according to policy and procedures.
• Meet productivity and quality standards for SPT I with progression to SPT II.
• Handle complex processing tasks across stations as required.
• Accurately document all required information in a timely manner.
• Ensure adherence to Quest Diagnostics policies including safety and compliance.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician II) - Germantown, TN, Monday to Thursday, 07:30 AM to 2:45 PM

Pay range: $17.20+ per hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Vacation and Health/Flex Time (part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Annual incentive plans
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• and so much more!

This positionin Specimen Processing is responsible for knowingallofthe functions of the SPT I, plus additional functions. This individual will have completed the necessary training consistent with local business unit practices for Specimen Processing and shows proficiency in the following areas: Test ordering policy, specimen requirements related to test ordering. Additionally, must meet accuracy and production standards, and must meet all the job accountabilities and job requirements/environment indicated in the SPTI job description.This positionis involved in more complex processing which could include but not limited toA Station,Frozen, CPU (incl. hospital),andMicro.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiencyin responsibilitiesof the SPT I
• Meets/exceeds productivity and qualitystandards
• Solves more complex problems on a routine basis
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of how Specimen Processing impacts the testinglaboratory
• Identifies problems and in some cases, may resolve issues with specimen types such as missing information etc.
• Understands the complex relationship between test(s) ordered andreceived
• Completes all required written documentation, legibly and within the assigned timeframe
• Meets standards for production and accuracy within 3months
• Adheres to all Quest Diagnostics, Inc. policies and procedures, including safety and compliance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience

Internal candidates must have a minimum of 9 months experience and be meeting all performance standards in the SPT I role

Preferred Work Experience

• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinicallaboratory
• Previous experience in a production environmentpreferred

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Position requires data background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour
• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safetyhabits
• Able to sit or stand for longperiods
• Handles multiple tasks simultaneously and works in a productionenvironment

Skills

• Communicates effectively with all levels of internal and externalstaff
• Maintains composure while working underpressure
• Keeps work area neat andclean
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positiveenvironment
• Demonstrates flexibility and is able to adapt tochange

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Preferred)

Pursuant to code CA BPC 1269 under CLIA, any lab releasing results for California work must have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.