Specimen Processor & Handler Openings!

Various Shifts for specimen processors & handlers needed for a cutting-edge laboratory technology and instrumentation organization!!

Job Title: Specimen Processor & Specimen Handler

Location: Elmwood Park, NJ

Hours:

Overnight:

Tu – Sat -> 9:30pm – 6:30am

Tu – Sat -> 11pm – 7:30am

M – F -> 9:30pm – 6:30am

M – F -> 4am – 10am

Day:

Tu – Sat -> 5am – 10am

Tu – Sat -> 12pm – 7pm

Qualifications:

high school diploma/GED

ability to pass a typing test of at least 7500 keystrokes per hour and 95% accuracy or higher

previous laboratory experience

previous overnight experience

ability to lift and push 20 pounds

MUST stand on feet 99% of shift

Job Description & Responsibilities:

Specimen processors will take incoming enclosed samples and input data into the computer system/create labelling for samples (will NOT directly touch or open swabs/perform tests on the samples)

Receive, identify, label, and process specimens as required for processing.

Labeling of specimen containers, slide(s), and any other materials submitted by the client.

Ability to handle all specimen types.

Multi-task between different types of requisitions.

Maintain departmental production goals to ensure hourly specimen flow to the labs are consistent.

Review, transcribe, and enter demographic and specimen data into the laboratory information system with 100% accuracy.

Recognize specimen problems and refer to designated personnel.

File Requisition Slips, glass slides, and paraffin blocks assisting Laboratory Aide(s) as needed.

Perform supply maintenance and clean-up duties to help workflow and efficiency.

Candidates will be reading and entering data information that come from labels that were previously on specimen bags.

Specimen Handler

specimen handlers will take samples from processors after labelling and bring to handling area

bring samples to centrifuging area

will be handling the enclosed samples with PPE but do not directly touch open swabs/perform tests on the samples

support urine pour offs prior to testing

move samples between building, sometimes walking outside between other labs on campus to cart or carry samples around

prepare SST specimens for RSA and/or for manual pour-off

cleaning by performing all required maintenance procedures

document all issues into the log book and communicate problems to upper management

Benefits:

Growth opportunities within one of the countrys top reference labs – can move to technician if degree in sciences, move to lab assistant roles in different specialties or another group in the company to start a career.

Flexible compensation

Great benefits package

This position is moving extremely fast as this is an urgent need for the client. If interested, please send over your most up to date resume to ktrivigno @astoncarter.com along with your availability for a 10-minute phone call.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.