Job Title: Specimen Technician I – 3rd Shift
Location: Wallingford, CT
Duration: 3+ Months (Possibility of Extension)
Shift: 3rd Shift | 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Eastern Time)
Pay Rate: $16.20 – $21.00 per hour (W2)
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Specimen Technician I to join our Specimen Processing team in Wallingford, CT. This role is responsible for supporting critical laboratory operations by accurately processing, handling, and tracking specimens in a fast-paced production environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong data entry skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
This position plays a key role in ensuring customer satisfaction by processing specimens accurately and within required turnaround times. Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call shifts based on business needs is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
- Accurately enter and process specimen information into laboratory systems.
- Handle specimen presorting, sorting, and routing activities.
- Perform specimen pickup and delivery throughout the laboratory.
- Operate imaging/microfilming equipment as needed.
- Conduct centrifugation and aliquoting of specimens.
- Maintain productivity and quality standards while meeting departmental deadlines.
- Learn and understand specimen types and corresponding laboratory tests.
- Adhere to compliance regulations related to laboratory testing and specimen processing.
- Ensure proper handling of specimens in accordance with safety and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Communicate effectively with laboratory personnel and other staff members.
- Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changing procedures, priorities, and customer requirements.
Required Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong data entry skills with the ability to achieve 6,000+ alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous laboratory or specimen processing experience.
- Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and specimen handling.
- Medical background with familiarity in clinical laboratory terminology.
- Previous hospital laboratory experience.
- Experience working in a production-driven environment with established performance metrics.
Work Environment
- Fast-paced laboratory production environment with a strong focus on productivity, quality, and turnaround times.
- Exposure to biohazardous materials; adherence to safety protocols is required.
- Position may require standing or sitting for extended periods.
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call schedules based on operational needs.