Microbiology Specimen Prep Technician I

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking personnel for a Diagnostic Laboratory role. Typical responsibilities include data entry, processing specimens for laboratory analysis, and assisting technologists to produce patient results.

The position involves plate preparation for microbiology and handling STAT tests, with rotation of two computer systems. Hours are 10:30am-9pm with 4-10 hour shifts and rotating weekends/holidays, and the role requires reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Must have good computer skills and demonstrate manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• High School Diploma or higher; lab experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Data entry and answering phones.
• Process specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Plate specimens for microbiology testing.
• May perform initial phases of testing.
• Work alongside technologists assisting produce patient results.
• Sort incoming specimens, prioritizing and processing STAT and other critical tests.
• Must be able to work in two computer systems proficiently.

Skills

Data entry

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory information system (LIS)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Quest Diagnostics in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking personnel for a Diagnostic Laboratory role. Typical responsibilities include data entry, processing specimens for laboratory analysis, and assisting technologists to produce patient results.

The position involves plate preparation for microbiology and handling STAT tests, with rotation of two computer systems. Hours are 10:30am-9pm with 4-10 hour shifts and rotating weekends/holidays, and the role requires reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced