Job Description
Job Description
Pride Health is hiring a Specimen Technician to support our client’s medical facility based in Cleveland, OH 44103. This is a 3-month assignment (Possibility of extension or conversion) opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organisation!
Job Details:
Job Name: Specimen Processing - Specimen Technician
Location: Cleveland OH 44103
Duration: 03 months Contract (Possibilities of extension)
Shift: Monday-Friday :9am-530pm First shift/ EST
Pay Range : 16hr-$17/hr on a w2/Pay Rate is based on experience and educational qualifications.
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 with confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner.
- The job is complex and requires that the employee have good organization skills and can learn and understand specimen types related to the test(s) ordered by the client.
- The SPT I must have the ability to 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 night shift, but based on staffing needs, weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime availability is a requirement.
- Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
- Position requires a data background with the ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour. Works in a biohazard environment, practising 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.
- A medical background is 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.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s 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.
About Pride Health
Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010. As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
Company DescriptionPride Global offers eligible employee’s 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 Description
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s 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.