Specimen Technician

Synectics Inc; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Synectics Inc. is seeking a SPT I to perform general support within the Specimen Processing Department, contributing to quality and timely processing of specimens.

Responsibilities include A-station tasks, pre-sort, specimen pickup/delivery, imaging, centrifugation and aliquoting, with a focus on accuracy and organization in a production environment. The role requires flexibility and strong interpersonal skills to support customers and colleagues.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic understanding of computers and lab processing is preferred.
• Experience in a laboratory setting is advantageous.
• Medical terminology relevant to a clinical lab is preferred.
• Experience in a hospital lab is a plus.
• Experience in a production environment is preferred.
• Must be able to stand, lift and move for most of the shift.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods.
• Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Adheres to safety, compliance, and core values.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Strong interpersonal skills and adaptability to change.
• Must understand evolving compliance regulations for test ordering.
• 2nd shift hours: 12pm-8:30pm, Wednesday-Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Provide general support within the Specimen Processing Department.
• Perform A-station, pre-sort, and pickup/delivery of specimens.
• Handle imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting.
• Maintain accuracy, organization and timeliness in a production environment.
• Communicate effectively with staff at all levels.

Skills

Organization skills

Ability to learn specimen types

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Compliance awareness

Data entry speed

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

• The SPT I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.

• Functions performed may include but are not limited to A-station, pre-sort, 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.

• 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.

• Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.

• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits.

• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff.

Qualifications:

• HS diploma or equivalent.

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

• Previous laboratory experience preferred.

• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.

• Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus

• Previous experience in a production environment preferred.

• Position requires standing, lifting, and moving the majority of the shift

• Able to sit or stand for long periods.

• Data background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.

• 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.

• Must have to the ability learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basis.

• 2nd shift; 12pm-830pm; Wednesday-Sunday

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities