Specimen Technician

Job Title

Specimen Technician

Duration: 3 months

Location:

Lenexa, KS 66219

Shift: 3 reqs Monday through Friday from 11 am to 7:30 pm; 1 req Monday through Friday from 2 pm to 10:30 pm

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 the employee have good organization skills and be able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client.

The SPT I 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 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 night shift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on‑call and overtime availability is a requirement.

• Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department
• Enter data at a minimum of 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour
• Handle A‑station, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory
• Perform imaging/microfilming, centrifugation and aliquoting of samples
• Work in a biohazard environment and practice good safety habits
• Sit or stand for long periods
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff
• Adhere to core values, safety and compliance policies and procedures
• Keep work area neat and clean
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to foster a positive environment
• Show flexibility and ability to adapt to change
• Adapt to changing compliance regulations related to test ordering
• Work night shift, weekends, holidays, on‑call and overtime as required

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Basic understanding of computers with preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or specimen processing

• No experience required; previous laboratory experience preferred
• Medical background preferred, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
• Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus but not required
• Previous experience in a production environment preferred