Specimen Technician I
Quest Diagnostics · Wallingford, CT · 1 mo ago
Engineering$17.62–$19.33/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Data entry of test orders, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory
- Centrifugation and aliquoting of process specimens to be sent out to additional facilities
- Prepare laboratory specimens for various analysis and testing
- Identifies problems and in some cases, may resolve issues with specimen types such as missing information etc.
- Understands the relationship between tests ordered and specimen received
Requirements
- HS diploma or equivalent
- No experience required
- Previous experience in a production or medical environment preferred
- Must have flexibility, majority of work on the nightshift, but based on staffing needs weekends, holidays, on call and overtime may be required
Qualifications
- Must be able to pass a drug screen
- Must be able to pass a background check
Skills
- Strong organization skills
- Attention to detail
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
Pay and Schedule
- Pay range: $17.62 - $19.33 / hour
- Shift differential: 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift