Specimen Processing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Specimen Processing Technician (SPT I)

Alternate / Related Job Titles :

Specimen Processor

Laboratory Support Technician

Specimen Accessioner

Location : San Juan Capistrano, CA

Onsite Flexibility : Onsite

Contract Details

Position Type : Contract

Contract Duration : 3 months

Start : As Soon As Possible

Pay Rate : $17.20 – $23.00 / hr

Schedule : Wednesday–Sunday

Shift Hours : 5 : 00 PM – 1 : 30 AM

Remote Eligible : No

Job Summary

The Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) supports essential laboratory operations by performing specimen accessioning, data entry, presort, centrifugation, aliquoting, and specimen delivery tasks. This is a production-based environment requiring a high degree of accuracy, organization, and adaptability. The SPT I ensures timely specimen processing while maintaining quality standards, safety protocols, and strong communication skills. This job requires the ability to work confidently in a biohazard environment while meeting productivity and turnaround goals.

Key Responsibilities

Perform general support functions such as A-station , presort, specimen pickup / delivery, imaging / microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting.

Enter data accurately, achieving 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes / hour .

Maintain accuracy, confidence, and timeliness in all specimen processing tasks.

Learn and understand specimen types and related test requirements.

Stay updated on compliance regulations related to test ordering.

Adapt to daily changes in workflow, priorities, and customer demands.

Work effectively in a high-volume production environment with defined quality standards.

Communicate professionally with staff across laboratory departments.

Maintain a clean, safe workstation and follow safety and compliance policies.

Support weekend, holiday, on-call, and overtime needs based on staffing requirements.

Sit or stand for extended periods while working in a biohazard environment.

Required Experience

No prior experience required.

Previous laboratory experience preferred.

Experience in production environments preferred.

Medical or clinical background helpful, including medical terminology.

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Basic computer skills required; familiarity with laboratory testing preferred.

Required Skills

Ability to perform fast, accurate data entry.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to adapt to daily operational changes.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to follow safety regulations and compliance procedures.

Preferred Skills

Experience in laboratory specimen processing or hospital lab operations.

Knowledge of medical or clinical terminology.

Productivity-focused mindset in a structured production environment.

Additional Notes (Custom Fields)

Site : Quest Diagnostics – 33608 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano

COVID vaccination : Not required

Hospital credentialing : Not required

Federal contract work : No

Inventory / equipment capital : None

Position added due to increased headcount needs

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans

401k Retirement Fund

About the Company

A global leader in diagnostic information services supporting healthier lives. Utilizing the world’s largest clinical lab database, the organization provides insights that advance disease detection, healthy behaviors, and improved healthcare management.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As an economically disadvantaged Native American corporation, we value diversity and inclusion. We support Fortune 500 companies across healthcare, life sciences, technology, finance, energy, and more throughout the U.S. and Canada.

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Company Description

Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. As a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years, we have become one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region, working with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure.

We are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.

There is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link : https : / / bit.ly / gttcareers

Awards

SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm : 2023 and 2015

SIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for : 2019 -2023

Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company : 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015

Randstad Preferred Supplier : 2020 - 2023

TechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019

NH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies

Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist : 2015

Company Description

Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. As a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years, we have become one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region, working with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure.\r\n\r\nWe are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.\r\n \r\nThere is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link : https : / / bit.ly / gttcareers \r\n \r\nAwards\r\n\r\nSIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm : 2023 and 2015\r\nSIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for : 2019 -2023\r\nInc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company : 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015\r\nRandstad Preferred Supplier : 2020 - 2023\r\nTechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019\r\nNH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies\r\nErnst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist : 2015