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TalentBurst

Specimen Technician

TalentBurst, San Juan Capistrano, California, United States, 92675

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Job: Specimen Technician Duration: 6 Months Shift: Wed–Sun 5 pm – 1:30 am Location: San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 Responsibilities

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. The job is complex and requires that the employee have good organizational skills and be able to learn and understand specimen types related to the test(s) ordered by the 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. The majority of SPT I work on the night shift, but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime availability are a requirement. Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times. Position requires a data background with the ability 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 & Experience

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. #PB01

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