Specimen Processing Technician

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC in Irving, TX is seeking a Specimen Technician to support the Specimen Processing Department on the night shift, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM CST. The role requires strong data entry skills and the ability to work in a biohazard environment.

You will perform A-station tasks, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens, imaging and centrifugation, and aliquoting, while maintaining accuracy and compliance with safety policies.

Qualifications

• Basic data entry experience is required.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing or specimen processing is preferred.
• No experience required; medical background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Specimen Processing Department with day-to-day tasks.
• Enter data accurately and timely in systems.
• Perform A-station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting.
• Maintain clean and organized work area; adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Data entry

Laboratory knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title: Specimen Technician

Hours: Monday-Friday from 11:00 P.M. to 7:30 A.M. CST

Duration: 3+ months

Location: Irving, TX

Job Summary

• 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 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

• 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.

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