Specimen Prep Technician

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest is seeking a Night Shift Specimen Processing Technician to receive, sort, and prepare patient specimens, ensuring accurate entry into the system and proper distribution to analytical areas.

The role requires basic math, strong reading/writing, and at least 6 months of laboratory or encoding experience, with a High School Diploma or GED and 18+ age. Ability to stand and lift up to 25 pounds is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 and ability to read, write and understand English.
• Good reading, writing and math abilities are required.
• Oral and written communication skills in English.
• Must have good organization skills.
• Typing/keyboarding at least 25 wpm.
• Six months’ experience in a laboratory or key encoding environment.
• High School Diploma or GED are required.

Responsibilities

• Receive biological specimens into the department.
• Enter specimens into the company computer system.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing.
• Distribute specimens to the proper analytical area.
• Archive specimens after testing.

Skills

Reading

Writing

English proficiency

Organization

Typing 25 wpm

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Primary City/State:Phoenix, ArizonaDepartment Name:Specimen Proc-Ref LabWork Shift:NightJob Category:Lab SupportJoin one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. As a Specimen Processing Technician on our night shift, you'll be at the critical first step of the testing process - accurately receiving, sorting, and preparing patient specimens so results move quickly and reliably through the lab. Whether you're beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting. Our overnight team keeps testing moving around the clock, and we're always looking for dedicated people ready to make a difference after hours. Come do great work on behalf of better health!POSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for the receipt of biological specimens into the department, their proper entry into the company’s computer system, the preparation of samples for analytical testing, the distribution of these specimens to the proper analytical area, and archiving specimens after testing. This position reports to Specimen Processing Supervisor, and takes direction from Senior Specimen Preparation Technicians, and Specimen Preparation Coordinators.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORSAbility to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids. Able to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone. May require periodic use of personal computer.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMinimum age requirement of 18.Good reading, writing and math abilities are required.Oral and written communication skills sufficient to understand written and spoken instructions in English.Good organization skills are also required.Must meet all training competency qualifications for Specimen Preparation Technician within six months of hire.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSSix (6) months’ experience in a laboratory or key encoding environment.High School Diploma or equivalent GED exam or other means.Typing/keyboarding skills of minimum 25 wpm, demonstrated by completion of a typing/keyboarding test.EEO Statement:EEO/Disabled/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy Policy