Specimen Technician

Job Title : Specimen Technician

Location : Chicago, IL

Duration : 3 Months+ (Possibilities of Extension)

Shift / Time Zone : Mon - Fri 12Pm -830Pm Rotating Sat's 8 : 30Am - 5 : 00Pm

Pay Rage : $18 / hr. on W2

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.
• 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.