Specimen Processing - Cleveland, United States - LanceSoft

Description

Job 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 confidently, accurately, and promptly.

Job is complex and requires that employees have good organization skills and can learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by clients.

The SPT I must have to the ability learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change daily.

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.

The majority of SPT I work on the nightshift but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime availability is a requirement.

The department is a production environment, with an emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times. Position requires a 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.


Additional Job Details:
Tuesday

• Saturday 9 pm am Training will be Tuesday
• Saturday 9 am 5 30pm.

The job will also require:
Opening 600+ packages daily Lifting 30lbs Standing for consecutive hours at a time OT to meet demands of the business Multitask High pace production environment Able to work with a small team with an objective to complete Job is physically demanding, and resource must understand the requirements