Part Time Job:- Specimen Processor - Join a Leading Company

Job title:  Specimen Processing Technician

Address: New York, New York - 10128

Type: 4 months

Timings: 2nd Shift :  4:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Job Duties

• The Specimen Processing Tech is responsible for general support functions within the department.
• 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.

Job Requirements

• This position requires a data entry background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
• 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 technician 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 technician is required.
• The technician will be exposed to many different demands made by the customer.
• Majority of the work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime availability is a requirement.
• Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
• 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.

Job Qualifications

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.