Specimen Technician

Title : Specimen Technician

duration : 3 months

location : Chantilly VA 20151

shift : Weds-Sun; 7PM-3 : 30AM (EST); Evening Shift

Additional Job Details :

Weds-Sun; 7PM-3 : 30AM (EST); Evening Shift; Accessioning - data entry, aliquotting, handling blood samples, etc.

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 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.