Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

• The SPT I is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.

• Functions performed may include but are not limited to A-station, pre-sort, 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.

• Job is complex and requires that employee have good organization skills and is able to learn and understand specimen types related to test(s) ordered by client.

• 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.

• Department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.

• Works in a biohazard environment, practicing good safety habits.

• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff.

• Heavy production site. Very busy with repetitive tasks.

Qualifications :

• HS diploma or equivalent.

• Basic understanding of computers with a preferred knowledge of laboratory testing and/or laboratory specimen processing.

• Previous laboratory experience preferred.

• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.

• Previous hospital laboratory experience is a plus

• Previous experience in a production environment preferred.

• Position requires standing, lifting, and moving the majority of the shift

• Able to sit or stand for long periods.

• Data background with abilities to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.

• 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.

• Must have to the ability learn and understand the compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basis.

• Candidate must have reliable transportation to get to/from worksite without issue (bus, Uber, rideshare is not reliable transportation).

• Medical terminology a plus, but not required. If testing samples, will be required to wear lab coat, mask, goggles, gloves, protective wear.

• MUST HAVE EXCELLENT UNDERSTANDING OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE BOTH SPOKEN AND WRITTEN

• Shift/Time Zone: Night-Shift 10pm-6:30am M-F

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

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