Specimen Technician

Synectics Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Irving, TX seeks a SPT I to support the Specimen Processing Department. You will perform data entry and lab-related tasks including A-station, presort, pickup and delivery, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires adaptability to daily changes, strong organization, and good understanding of specimen types and test orders. Night shift with potential weekends/is overtime.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Background in data entry with high keystroke rate (6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour).
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with laboratory testing and specimen processing preferred.
• Experience in a hospital lab or production environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general support functions in Specimen Processing Department.
• Handle data entry and support daily lab operations.
• Participate in A-station, presort, pickup/delivery of specimens, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting.
• Maintain accuracy, organization and timely completion of tasks.
• Adapt to daily changes and comply with safety and regulatory policies.
• Night shift primarily; weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime may be required.

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Data entry

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

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.
• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff.

Qualification

• 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.
• Position requires data background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
• Able to sit or stand for long periods.
• 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.
• Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not required.
• Previous experience in a production environment preferred.
• Shift/Time Zone: 2 am- 10:30 am CST

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.