Specimen Processing Technician

Specimen Processing Technician

Shift / Time Zone : 4am-1230pm CST

Client Summary :

Our client works across the healthcare ecosystem to create a healthier world, one life at a time. Our client provides diagnostic insights from the results of our laboratory testing to empower people, physicians and organizations to take action to improve health outcomes.

Job Description : 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. This position is critical to quality for customer satisfaction.

Will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer. Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity / quality standards and departmental completion times.

Job Requirements :

• 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.
• Must have to the ability learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basis.
• dditionally, since many changes do occur from day to day, great flexibility is required.
• Majority of work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime availability is a requirement.
• 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 : 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.

Equiliem Healthcare specializes in staffing clinical, non-clinical, and allied personnel. We excel in all levels, disciplines, and specialties within the healthcare spectrum.

Our projects range from short to long term local and travel assignments. Equiliem has been recognized as a certified small business enterprise.

In addition, we are proud that we have earned the prestigious Joint Commission accreditation for staffing firms and have been awarded Best in Staffing 4 years running by our employees and client partners.

Benefits offered to our workers include the following :

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
3 days ago