The Specimen Processing Technician manages specimens within the clinical laboratory and microbiology department, ensuring integrity from receipt to processing
Job Summary
The Specimen Processing Technician manages specimens within the clinical laboratory and microbiology department, ensuring integrity from receipt to processing.
Responsibilities include releasing orders from the Hospital Information System, receiving samples in the Laboratory Information System, and performing sterile manipulation tasks like sonication and tissue grinding.
The role requires strict adherence to safety, infection control, and regulatory standards while prioritizing specimens based on clinical urgency.
Matching Summary
The Specimen Processing Technician manages specimens within the clinical laboratory and microbiology department, ensuring integrity from receipt to processing.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
High School Graduate education required
6 months clinical laboratory experience
Positive patient identification skills
Laboratory Information System (LIS) usage
Sterile specimen handling techniques
Bio-hazardous waste disposal procedures
Nice-to-have
Phlebotomy program completion preferred
1+ years specimen collection experience
Customer service communication skills
Training new hires capability
Automation line troubleshooting ability
Key Requirements
High School Graduate diploma
6 months clinical laboratory experience
Department of Transportation certification within 180 days if required
International Air Transportation Association certification within 180 days if required