Night Shift Specimen Technician — Tampa Lab

Pride Health; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,248; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Employee discounts

Job summary

A top-tier healthcare organization in Tampa, FL, is seeking a Specimen Technician for a 4-month assignment with the possibility of contract-to-hire. The role involves specimen processing tasks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining organization in the lab. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably some laboratory experience. Responsibilities include data entry, specimen handling, and communicating effectively within teams. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain compliance with test regulations.
• Flexibility with shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing tasks including pickup and delivery.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with test regulations.
• Maintain specimen organization and cleanliness.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Laboratory procedures

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pride Health is hiring a Pride Health is hiring a Specimen Technician to support our client’s medical facility in Tampa FL 33617. This is a 4 months+ assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity, and it's a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Pay Range: $18-$19.78 per hour

Schedule: Mon to Fri 10pm-630am (40 hours per week)

Duration: 4 months+

Responsibilities:

• Perform specimen processing tasks including A-station, presort, pickup, delivery, imaging, centrifugation, and aliquoting.
• Enter data accurately and efficiently (6,000 keystrokes/hour).
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with test regulations.
• Maintain specimen organization and handle various specimen types correctly.
• Adhere to safety protocols in a biohazard environment.
• Meet productivity and quality standards in a production setting.
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Demonstrate flexibility with shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Education/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Prior laboratory experience preferred

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, , legal support, auto ,home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.