Specimen Technician

LanceSoft Inc; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Specimen Technician to join their dynamic team on the 3rd shift. This role offers an opportunity to support critical functions within the Specimen Processing Department, ensuring accuracy and quality in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong data entry skills and be adaptable to changing demands. If you thrive in a production setting and are eager to contribute to customer satisfaction, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that values safety, compliance, and excellence in laboratory practices.

Qualifications

• Must be able to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
• Ability to learn compliance regulations related to test ordering.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff and adheres to safety policies.

Skills

Data Entry

Organization Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Testing Knowledge

Computer Skills

Job description

Title: Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift
Location: Gaithersburg MD 20877
Duration: 4/23/2025 - 10/31/2025

Shift/Time Zone: 3rd shift/Eastern
Monday-Friday 11pm-7:30am with Saturday rotation.

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 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.