Specimen Technician II

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Health/Flex Time

6 Holidays + MyDay off

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance through MyQuest

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Inc. in Royal Oak, MI is seeking a Specimen Technician II for night shift with weekends rotation. The role requires handling more complex processing across A Station, Frozen, CPU, and Micro, and ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to safety protocols.

Internal candidates require 9 months in SPT I with strong performance. Part-time benefits are available for eligible staff; shift differential may apply for second and third shifts.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates proficiency in responsibilities of the SPT I.
• Meets/exceeds productivity and quality standards.
• Solves more complex problems on a routine basis.
• Understands the impact of Specimen Processing on the testing laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Identifies problems with specimen types (e.g., missing information).
• Understands the complex relationship between tests ordered and received.
• Completes required written documentation legibly and on time.
• Meets standards for production and accuracy within 3 months.
• Adheres to Quest Diagnostics policies and procedures, including safety and compliance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communicates effectively

Maintains composure under pressure

Keeps work area neat and clean

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Specimen Technician II - Royal Oak, MI, Monday to Friday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with rotational weekends

This positionin Specimen Processing is responsible for knowingall ofthe functions of the SPT I, plus additional functions. This individual will have completed the necessary training consistent with local business unit practices for Specimen Processing and shows proficiency in the following areas: Test ordering policy, specimen requirements related to test ordering. Additionally, must meet accuracy and production standards, and must meet all the job accountabilities and job requirements/environment indicated in the SPTI job description.This positionis involved in more complex processing which could include but not limited toA Station,Frozen, CPU (incl. hospital),andMicro.

employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Part-time employees (29 hours or less per week) are eligible for:

• Vacation and Health/Flex Time (part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• 6 Holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• and so much more!

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates proficiencyin responsibilitiesof the SPT I
• Meets/exceeds productivity and qualitystandards
• Solves more complex problems on a routinebasis
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of how Specimen Processing impacts the testinglaboratory
• Identifies problems and in some cases, may resolve issues with specimen types such as missing information etc.
• Understands the complex relationship between test(s) ordered andreceived
• Completes all required written documentation, legibly and within the assigned timeframe
• Meets standards for production and accuracy within 3months
• Adheres to all Quest Diagnostics, Inc. policies and procedures, including safety and compliance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required WorkExperience:

Internal candidates must have a minimum of 9 months experience and be meeting all performance standards in the SPT I role

Preferred Work Experience:

• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinicallaboratory
• Previous experience in a production environmentpreferred

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Position requires data background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour
• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safetyhabits
• Able to sit or stand for longperiods
• Handles multiple tasks simultaneously and works in a productionenvironment

Skills:

• Communicates effectively with all levels of internal and externalstaff
• Maintains composure while working underpressure
• Keeps work area neat andclean
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positiveenvironment
• Demonstrates flexibility and is able to adapt tochange

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Preferred)

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