Job Title: Specimen Technician
Job Duration: 5 months
Job location: Denver, Colorado, United States, 80209
Shift Timings: Monday - Friday 8:00pm to 4:30am
Job Summary:
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.
Responsibilities
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
habit
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.
SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate
against any employee or applicant for employment because of race,
religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender
identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any
other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Please contact Human Resources at nahr@spectraforce.com if you require
reasonable accommodation.