Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician

Company: Lancesoft Inc
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: April 23, 2024

Job Description:

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 confidently, accurately, and promptly.Job is complex and requires that employees have good organization skills and can 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 daily.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 SPT I work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime availability is a requirement.The department is a production environment, with an emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.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 preferred.Additional Job Details:Tuesday Saturday 9 pm 5 30 amTraining will be Tuesday - Saturday 9 am 5 30pm.The job will also require:Opening 600+ packages dailyLifting 30lbsStanding for consecutive hours at a timeOT to meet demands of the businessMultitaskHigh pace production environmentAble to work with a small team with an objective to completeJob is physically demanding, and resource must understand the requirementsby Jobble

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