Specimen Processing

Job: Specimen Technician
Duration: 2-3 months
Shift/Time Zone: Mon-Wed 830a-5p Thur 830a-8p Sat 830a-2p
Location: Batavia Township, OH 45103

Additional Job Details: Male-only position needed for direct observation drug screens.

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.
The job is complex and requires that employees have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by clients.
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.
The majority of SPTs I work on the night shift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime availability a requirements.

The department is a production environment, with an emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
The position requires a 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.
Additional Job Details: Male-only position needed for direct observation drug screens.
Mon-Wed 830a-5p Thur 830a-8p Sat 830a-2p

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