Job Title: Specimen Processing Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Specimen Processing Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the accurate preparation, handling, and processing of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing. Your attention to detail and organizational skills will be crucial in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of our laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle laboratory specimens for analysis and testing, including aliquot and pour offs.
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas.
• Accurately identify and label specimens.
• Pack and ship specimens to the proper testing departments.
• Meet department activity and production goals.
• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples.
• Enter patient information accurately and timely into the data system.
• Resolve and document any issues that arise during the specimen processing.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No relative experience required; 1-2 years preferred.
• Comfortable handling biological specimens.
• Ability to accurately identify specimens.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong data entry and organizational skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous medical or production experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This position works Tuesday to Saturday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with a 30-minute break for lunch. The dress code includes solid-colored scrubs or jeans and a plain t-shirt, comfortable closed-toed shoes, and a mask. A lab coat will be provided. You will work on a team of 20 accessioners in a corporate center that offers significant internal growth and opportunity. If given the opportunity to become a direct hire, full benefits are provided, including Medical, Vision, Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Time off and other Life Balance Programs, 401(k), and Stock Purchase Plans.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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