Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician

Job Title- Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician

Location- Winfield, IL

Duration- 3 Months Shift / Time Zone : CENTRAL

MONDAY-FRIDAY 11AM-730P

Rotating Saturdays

Covid Vaccination is required

Experience in processing, Flu vaccine and Hospital credentials required

Job Summary

The Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) provides general operational support within the Specimen Processing Department. This role is critical to ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant handling of laboratory specimens. The position requires strong data entry skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-production laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general specimen processing functions, including but not limited to :
• A-Station processing
• Pre-sorting specimens
• Pickup and delivery of processed specimens to laboratory areas
• Imaging and microfilming
• Centrifugation and aliquoting of specimens
• Accurately identify specimen types and match them to test orders.
• Enter specimen and test data with speed and accuracy (minimum 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour).
• Learn, understand, and comply with regulatory and compliance requirements related to test ordering, which may change frequently.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards in a heavy-volume production environment.
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and within departmental turnaround times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Adhere strictly to safety, compliance, and biohazard protocols, including the use of required PPE (lab coat, mask, goggles, gloves, and protective wear).
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads and customer demands.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements

Phlebotomist, Phlebotomy, Phlebotomist Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, Mobile Phlebotomist, Medical Assistant, Technician, Certified Phlebotomy Technician

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