Title: Specimen Technician - 3rd ShiftLocation: Tampa, FL 33617
Duration: 3 Months
Hours: M-F 12AM-8:30AM
Job Description:The SPT I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. This position requires a data entry background.
- Functions performed may include but are not limited to A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting.
- All functions must be performed with confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner. Job is complex and requires that employee have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client.
- The SPT I must have the ability to 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 night shift 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: No experience required but previous laboratory experience preferred. 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.
Additional Job Details:- Excessive absenteeism/tardiness is not tolerated and will be cause for termination.
- Heavy production site. Very busy with repetitive tasks. Medical terminology a plus, but not required. If testing samples, will be required to wear lab coat, mask, goggles, gloves, protective wear.
- MUST HAVE EXCELLENT UNDERSTANDING OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE BOTH SPOKEN AND WRITTEN.