Specimen Technician

2 weeks ago


Houston, United States GTT, LLC Full time
Specimen Technician
  • Contract Duration 5+months

Job Description:
  • The Specimen Technician 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 Specimen Technician 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 Specimen Technician is required.
  • The Specimen Technician will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer.
  • The majority of Specimen Technicians work on the night shift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime availability is a requirement.
  • The department is a production environment, with an emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
  • The 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 is preferred.

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