Specimen Technician

Integrated Resources, Inc

Chantilly, VA

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Contractor
SKILLS
Clinical Laboratory, Customer Satisfaction, Data Entry, Hospital, Laboratory, Laboratory Testing, Medical Terminology, Organizational Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Sample/Specimen Processing, Specimens/Samples, Test Lab, Time Management
LOCATION
Chantilly, VA
POSTED
28 days ago
Job Title: Specimen Technician Location: Chantilly, VA Duration: 3+ Months (Possibilities of Extension) 3 Shift’s Available: Tues - Sat, 01:00 PM - 09:30 PM EST. Tues - Sat, 07:00 PM - 03:30 AM EST. Tues - Sat, 10:00 PM - 06:30 AM EST. 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 the ability to 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. 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.

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Integrated Resources, Inc