Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift Job at Pride Health, Gaithersburg, MD

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  • Pride Health
  • Gaithersburg, MD

Job Description

Pride Health is seeking a Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift for one of the world’s largest healthcare services and diagnostics company.

Job Title: Specimen Technician - 3rd Shift

Location: Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Job Type: Contract

Length: 7-Months

Hours: 11:30pm-8am Monday-Friday with a rotating Saturday.

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $24.15 per hour

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.

Benefits that Pride Health offers:

Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Apply Today! If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to rob.vanriet@pride-health.com for immediate consideration.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Monday to Friday,

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