Specimen Technician

Talentify; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

TalentBurst in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Specimen Technician for a 4-month assignment on the night shift (Tue-Sat, 7pm–3:30am). The role focuses on accessioning, data entry, and accurate processing of specimens in a production environment.

Candidates should have a data-entry background, HS diploma or equivalent, and be able to type 6,000 keystrokes per hour. The position emphasizes safety, compliance, productivity, and flexible scheduling with weekend/holiday/on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Data entry background preferred.
• Able to maintain accuracy and productivity in a biohazard lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Accessioning and data entry for specimens.
• Perform imaging/microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting as assigned.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and accurate documentation.
• Sit/stand for long periods while meeting productivity standards.
• Communicate effectively with staff and adapt to changing requirements.

Skills

Data entry

Laboratory knowledge

Attention to detail

Typing speed

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title - Specimen Technician
Location - Chantilly VA
Duration - 4 Months
Shift: Tues-Sat, 7pm-330am
Additional Job Details: This is for accessioning - data entry, sitting for 8 hours, held to productivity standards

• 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 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:

• 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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• We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

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