Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

JobDiva, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

JobDiva, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Specimen Technician to support night-shift testing operations in a biohazard lab environment.

You will learn testing-order compliance, handle data entry, and interact with various departments to maintain quality and safety standards. The role requires a HS diploma, basic computer skills, and a preference for prior lab experience and medical terminology knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must learn and understand compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change daily.
• Critical to quality for customer satisfaction; flexibility required due to daily changes.
• Exposed to many different demands from the customer.
• Night shift is the primary schedule; weekends/holidays/on call/overtime may be required.
• Production environment with emphasis on productivity and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour with accuracy.
• Work in a biohazard environment following safety policies.
• Sit or stand for long periods as needed.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Adhere to core values, safety and compliance policies.

Skills

Data entry 6000 keystrokes/hour

Computer basics

Communication skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Laboratory specimen processing

Job description

Title: Specimen Technician

Hours: Training 10pm - 6:30am, Assignment 8:00pm - 4:30am

Duration: 3+ months

Location: Pittsburgh PA15220

Job Description

• The SPT I must have to the ability learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basis.
• This position is critical to quality for customer satisfaction. Additionally, since many changes do occur from day to day, great flexibility on the part of the SPT I is required.
• The SPT I will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer.
• Majority of SPT I work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime availability is a requirement.
• Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
• Position requires data background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits.
• Able to sit or stand for long periods.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff.
• Adheres to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

Education

HS diploma or equivalent.

Required Knowledge

Basic understanding of computers with a preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.

Work Experience

• Previous laboratory experience.
• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not required.
• Previous experience in a production environment preferred.

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