Technical Lab - Esoteric - Specimen Technician 3rd Shift

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC is seeking a Specimen Technician for a 4-month assignment in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on specimen processing, data entry, and quality-driven lab support. Expect night shifts, with weekend and overtime potential, in a biosafety-conscious lab environment.

The position requires a HS diploma, basic computer skills, and the ability to perform high-speed typing. Prior lab experience is not required but preferred, and flexibility is important for changing daily

Qualifications

• Must have data entry background.
• Ability to perform 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Basic understanding of computers; lab knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sort samples and pick samples.
• Aliquot and store samples.
• Scan and store samples; handle -20°C temps for short periods.
• Process specimens and assist in the lab with accuracy and efficiency.
• Work in a production lab environment with safety compliance.

Skills

Data entry

Typing speed 6000

Basic computer skills

Education

HS diploma

Job description

Job: Specimen Technician

Location: Chantilly, VA

Duration: 4 Months

Shift: Wednesday - Sunday, 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM

12:00 AM - 8:00 AM or 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

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

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.

  Additional Job Details:

  • These two positions are for Tech Ops Floater. The responsibilities will be sorting samples, picking samples, aliquoting samples, scanning and storing samples, pulling samples from the refrigerator/freezer and the ability to handle -20 degree temperatures for 5-10 minutes at a time.

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