Specimen Technician

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.

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.