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About the Role
This Specimen Processing position requires knowledge of all SPT I functions plus additional responsibilities. The individual will demonstrate proficiency in test ordering policies and specimen requirements, meet accuracy and production standards, and handle more complex processing tasks.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates proficiency in responsibilities of the SPT I
- Meets/exceeds productivity and quality standards
- Solves more complex problems on a routine basis
- Demonstrates a basic understanding of how Specimen Processing impacts the testing laboratory
- Identifies problems and in some cases, may resolve issues with specimen types such as missing information
- Understands the complex relationship between test(s) ordered and received
- Completes all required written documentation, legibly and within the assigned time frame
- Meets standards for production and accuracy within 3 months
- Adheres to all Quest Diagnostics, Inc. policies and procedures, including safety and compliance
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Internal candidates must have a minimum of 9 months experience and be meeting all performance standards in the SPT I role
- Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
- Previous experience in a production environment preferred
- Position requires 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
- Handles multiple tasks simultaneously and works in a production environment
- Pursuant to code CA BPC 1269 under CLIA, any lab releasing results for California work must have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent
Skills
- Communicates effectively with all levels of internal and external staff
- Maintains composure while working under pressure
- Keeps work area neat and clean
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment
- Demonstrates flexibility and is able to adapt to change
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Experience Level
- Minimum of 9 months experience in SPT I role
Education Level
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $17.20+ per hour
Benefits
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
About the Company
- Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
- While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity
- Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.