Specimen Management Technician Trainee - Earn While You Learn Program

The UVA Earn While You Learn Trainee Program provides structured coursework and paid on-the-job-training as a full-time, benefitted employee.

We are currently reviewing applications for October 2026. All Earn While You Learn programs are based in Charlottesville, VA and surrounding counties.

Join a culture that encourages growth, teamwork, diversity, pride, efficiency, and exceptional patient care. Whether you are starting your very first job or want to start a new career in healthcare, the Earn While You Learn training programs could be the place for you.

The UVA Earn While You Learn Trainee Program provide s structured coursework and paid on-the-job-training as a full-time, benefitted employee. Minimum requirements are a high school diploma or GED; no experience is required . If you are seeking a career that is rewarding and makes a difference, join one of the nation's premier academic health systems.

Find more information on program career paths and training here: https://hr.virginia.edu/careers-uva/job-openings/earn-while-you-learn

If you are interested in being considered for any of the training programs, please apply to this posting. You will be contacted by a Recruiter to schedule an interview via Microsoft Teams.

Compensation:

During training: $16.00/hour + benefits

Upon successful completion of training: $19.15/hour + benefits

You will be paid a total of 40 hours /week. All course fees will be paid for by UVA Health in return for 1 year FULL-TIME commitment as an employee at UVA Health once course is completed.

Specimen Management Technician - Earn While You Learn Program

• Work in a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory environment where every day is different and your work directly supports patient care.
• Learn a wide range of laboratory processes, including specimen receiving and verification, test ordering, specimen processing, aliquoting blood and other body fluids, and identifying various specimen collection tubes.
• Follow established laboratory procedures and quality standards to ensure accurate specimen handling and testing.
• Spend your day actively moving between work areas, alternating between standing, sitting, and walking while handling specimens, answering phone calls, collaborating with team members, and resolving issues as they arise.
• Work collaboratively with a team dedicated to ensuring specimens are processed accurately and delivered on time.
• Develop strong problem-solving, customer service, and communication skills while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrate reliability, adaptability, and a commitment to following policies and procedures in a safety-focused environment.

Schedule & Work Expectations

• Laboratory operations run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including rotating weekends and holidays.
• Employees may be designated as essential personnel during severe weather or emergency events and are expected to report to work as scheduled.
• When unexpected staffing needs arise, additional shifts may occasionally be assigned through the laboratory"s staffing process after volunteer coverage has been considered.
• As the laboratory expands, this position may relocate to the North Fork Research Park in Fall 2027.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience: No experience required

Licensure: None required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting, standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer data entry. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, heat, cold, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Job Profile

J0850 - Job Profile Name Earn While You Learn, Talent Flex - Entry Program

Career Stream and Level

No Career Stream-No Level

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .