Job Description
Job Description
Pride Health is hiring a Specimen Technician to support our client’s medical facility in Chantilly VA 20153 This is a 3-month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity, and it's a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!
Job Title: Specimen Technician
Location: Chantilly VA 20153
Pay Range: $19- $23-per hour
Schedule: 10pm-630am, 3rd - EST
Duration: 3 Months+
*The salary is determined by an individual's level of experience, as well as any relevant licenses and certifications they may hold.*
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
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Perform general specimen processing functions such as pre-sorting, centrifugation, aliquoting, imaging, and delivery of specimens to the lab.
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Accurately perform data entry (6,000+ alphanumeric keystrokes/hour).
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Handle patient specimens safely in a biohazard environment, following strict safety and compliance protocols.
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Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and organization in processing to support quality patient care.
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Adapt to daily changes and customer demands in a high-production environment.
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Maintain a clean, safe, and positive work environment.
Requirements:
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HS Diploma or equivalent (required).
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Basic computer knowledge required; laboratory testing or specimen processing background preferred.
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Medical background or knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.
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Prior hospital laboratory or production environment experience preferred, but not required.
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Ability to sit for long periods and handle patient samples.
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Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Additional Details:
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Must be flexible with schedule (night shift focus, weekends/holidays/on-call/overtime as needed).
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Will be working in a biohazard environment.
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Hands-on work includes handling and opening patient samples for aliquoting.
Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, , legal support, auto ,home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Company DescriptionPride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.
Company Description
Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.