Senior Hospital Specimen Technician — Lab Lead

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Sr. Specimen Technician for a hospital setting, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with weekend rotation. Pay starts at $17.20+ per hour, with eligibility for annual bonus based on performance.

Position involves preparation of patient specimens in a hospital location and leadership of a specimen team. Responsibilities include specimen processing, test reporting, LIS utilization, and customer service with hospital staff.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of specimen processing experience in a lab required.
• Medical background preferred, including terminology used in a clinical laboratory.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in test ordering policies, hospital processing procedures, and specimen requirements.
• Knowledge of Hospital LIS system; print Quest reports; interpret specimen data.
• Manage supply ordering and remote accessioning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve specimen issues; manage pending test items.
• Provide excellent customer service; communicate with hospital staff and Quest team.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hospital LIS Systems

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Sr. Specimen Technician for a hospital setting, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with weekend rotation. Pay starts at $17.20+ per hour, with eligibility for annual bonus based on performance.

Position involves preparation of patient specimens in a hospital location and leadership of a specimen team. Responsibilities include specimen processing, test reporting, LIS utilization, and customer service with hospital staff.