Specimen Prep Technician
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Job overview
Sonora Quest is hiring a Specimen Prep Technician. This position at Sonora Quest supports life-saving medical testing and patient care by handling biological specimens. Responsibilities include receiving and entering specimens into the computer system, preparing samples for analytical testing, distributing them to the proper areas, and archiving them after testing. The role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting.
Key focus areas include Receive biological specimens into the department, Enter specimens into the company’s computer system, and Prepare samples for analytical testing.
Successful candidates bring Minimum Age 18+ and Training Competency Within Six Months. Important skills include Reading, Writing, Math Abilities, Oral Communication, Communication, and English. Preferred (not required): Typing and Keyboarding.
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Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
Specimen Proc-Ref Lab
Work Shift:
Evening
Job Category:
Lab Support
Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. Whether you're beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting. Come do great work on behalf of better health!
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the receipt of biological specimens into the department, their proper entry into the company’s computer system, the preparation of samples for analytical testing, the distribution of these specimens to the proper analytical area, and archiving specimens after testing. This position reports to Specimen Processing Supervisor, and takes direction from Senior Specimen Preparation Technicians, and Specimen Preparation Coordinators.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids. Able to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone. May require periodic use of personal computer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Minimum age requirement of 18.
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Good reading, writing and math abilities are required.
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Oral and written communication skills sufficient to understand written and spoken instructions in English.
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Good organization skills are also required.
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Must meet all training competency qualifications for Specimen Preparation Technician within six months of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Six (6) months’ experience in a laboratory or key encoding environment.
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High School Diploma or equivalent GED exam or other means.
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Typing/keyboarding skills of minimum 25 wpm, demonstrated by completion of a typing/keyboarding test.
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