Specimen Technician II

About the Role

This position in Specimen Processing is responsible for all functions of the Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) plus additional duties. The individual will have completed the required training consistent with local business unit practices and will demonstrate proficiency in test ordering policy, specimen requirements, accuracy, and production standards. The role involves more complex processing, which may include A Station, Frozen, CPU (including hospital), and Micro.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Pay

Pay range: $17.20+ per hour. Salary offers consider relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, and market/organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Benefits

• Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time employees (30+ hours/week)
• Best‑in‑class well‑being programs, including Blueprint for Wellness® and healthyMINDS mental health program
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• Six holidays plus one “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, with optional buy‑up
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in all responsibilities of the SPT I role.
• Meet or exceed productivity and quality standards.
• Solve more complex problems on a routine basis.
• Understand how specimen processing impacts the testing laboratory.
• Identify and, when possible, resolve issues with specimen types (e.g., missing information).
• Understand the complex relationship between ordered and received tests.
• Complete all required written documentation legibly and within assigned time frames.
• Achieve production and accuracy standards within three months.
• Adhere to all Quest Diagnostics policies and procedures, including safety and compliance.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Internal candidates must have a minimum of 9 months experience in the SPT I role and meet all performance standards.
• Medical background preferred, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Previous experience in a production environment preferred.
• Ability to enter approximately 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
• Ability to work in a biohazard environment while practicing good safety habits.
• Capability to sit or stand for long periods and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Skills

• Effective communication with all levels of internal and external staff.
• Maintain composure while working under pressure.
• Keep work area neat and clean.
• Strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred). Pursuant to California BPC 1269 under CLIA, any lab releasing results for California work must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent.

About the Team

Quest Diagnostics honors service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we value staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and will not be responsible for agency fees.