Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

MedStar Health; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a Specimen Technician for the 3rd shift in Tampa, Florida. This position focuses on specimen processing and requires strong organizational skills, an understanding of lab procedures, and effective communication. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and preferably some laboratory experience. Flexibility in working hours is essential as the role is in a busy production environment.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent understanding of English language both spoken and written.
• Basic understanding of laboratory testing and/or specimen processing preferred.
• Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
• Tasks include data entry, pickup and delivery of processed specimens, and compliance with testing regulations.
• Work in a production environment emphasizing productivity and quality standards.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

4+ months

Location- Fowler Ave, Tampa, Florida, United States, 33617

Shift Timings:- T-S 12AM-8:30AM Shift starts Monday evening/Tuesday morning at 12AM and runs through Saturday morning at 8:30AM

• MUST HAVE EXCELLENT UNDERSTANDING OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE BOTH SPOKEN AND WRITTEN

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 night shift 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 bio hazard 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.


• Candidate must have reliable transportation to get to/from worksite without issue (bus, Uber, ride share is not reliable transportation).


• Must be available to work whenever scheduled, BE ON TIME, and stay for the entire shift.


• Excessive absenteeism/tardiness is not tolerated and will be cause for termination


• Heavy production site.


• Very busy with repetitive tasks.


• Medical terminology a plus, but not required.


• If testing samples, will be required to wear lab coat, mask, goggles, gloves, protective wear.

Position is offered by a no fee agency.