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Specimen Technician (Entry-Level)

  • Location: Irving, TX
  • Type: Temporary
  • Job #40461
  • Salary: $20.00

Job Overview – Specimen Technician (Entry-Level):
Join our healthcare client’s team in Irving, TX, as a Specimen Technician. This entry-level role involves data entry, specimen sorting, and lab support within the Specimen Processing Department. Strong attention to detail, productivity, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Compensation: $20/hour
Location: Irving, TX
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM

Responsibilities as the Specimen Technician (Entry-Level):

  • Specimen Processing: Perform tasks such as A-station, presort, centrifugation, aliquoting, and delivery of specimens to the laboratory.
  • Data Entry: Accurately enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
  • Compliance: Learn and adhere to compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change daily.
  • Communication: Effectively communicate with staff, maintain a clean work area, and practice good safety habits in a biohazard environment.
  • Flexibility: Adapt to varying demands, including the potential need for weekend, holiday, on-call, and overtime shifts.

Qualifications for the Specimen Technician (Entry-Level):

  • Education: High school diploma required.
  • Experience: 1 year of experience in a laboratory, production environment, or data entry role preferred.
  • Skills: Basic computer knowledge, understanding of medical terminology, and strong organizational skills.
  • Medical Background: Preferred but not required; familiarity with clinical laboratory testing and specimen processing is a plus.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

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Job ID: 40461