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Specimen Technician
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Location: Gaithersburg MD 20877
Duration: 1/19/2026 - 4/11/2026
Shift/Time Zone: 11: 00pm-7: 30am Monday-Friday with a rotating Saturday.
Days: Weekdays
Job Description:
- 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 employee have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client.
- The SPT I must have to the ability 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 nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime availability is a requirement.
- Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
- Position requires data background with abilities 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:
- 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.
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