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Specimen Technician I

Irving, Texas

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At Quest, we’re continually investing in new services to bring speed, clarity, and ease to our patients. As a specialized professional, you’ll obtain medical information directly from patients. This can range from conducting a personal history interview over the phone, to collecting samples or providing on-site health coaching. Your role is integral to our organization, as you are essential in helping individuals make life decisions quickly and confidently.

“Working at Quest gives me the flexibility that I need to maintain a great work/home life balance. I can create my own schedule and define my own territory, working independently but still feeling very much like a team player. The support that I have received over the past 14 years has been fantastic and has made my work experience very enjoyable.”

- Kenneth (Ken) Hogue, Mobile Examiner Representative

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Job Details

Category Specimen Processing Location Irving, Texas Job function Operations Job family Specimen Processors
Shift Day Employee type Regular Full-Time Work mode On-site

Specimen Technician I - Irving, TX - Tuesday - Saturday - 4:00AM-12:30PM

Do you have strong organization skills and attention to detail? Are you looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services to kick start your career?  Quest Diagnostics is recruiting for specimen processors/ lab assistants to join our team!

Pay Range: $17.20+ per hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

  • Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours 
  • 15 PTO days first year
  • Paid Holidays
  • Annual Bonus Opportunity  
  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Blueprint for Wellness
  • Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours 
  • Opportunities for career advancement  
  • Training provided!

Job Responsibilities:

  • Data entry of test orders, presort, pickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratory, centrifugation and aliquoting
  • Process specimens to be sent out to additional facilities
  • Prepare laboratory specimens for various analysis and testing
  • Identifies problems and in some cases, may resolve issues with specimen types such as missing information etc.
  • Understands the relationship between tests ordered and specimen received

Qualifications:

  • HS diploma or equivalent
  • No experience required
  • Previous experience in a production or medical environment preferred
  • Must have flexibility, majority of work on the nightshift, but based on staffing needs weekends, holidays, on call and overtime may be required

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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We’ve built a welcoming, inclusive workplace where people are inspired to learn, develop, and progress in their careers. There’s stability, so you can explore many career paths in one field. There’s flexibility, helping you to build a fulfilling life and rewarding career. There’s training and development to align your work with your business success. No wonder there’s more to discover at Quest.

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Benefits

We’re committed to helping our people live a healthier lifestyle. One way we do this is by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, so you can take care of yourself and the ones you love. Find out how our benefits provide you with everything you need to thrive—now and in the future.

  • Paid health time

    Non-exempt employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours a week accrue time off that may be used for vacation, personal needs, and health-related absences. Non-exempt employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours a week accrue Health Time only.

  • Spring Health

    Spring Health provides resources/guidance on a variety of topics: Legal, financial, mental health, emotional well-being, parenting, caregiving, work-life, etc.

  • Recognition Quest

    A Quest program that allows you to send notes of appreciation as well as receive points-based recognition which can be redeemed for merchandise and gift cards.

  • 401(k)

    You’re eligible to join the Quest Diagnostics 401(k) Plan on your date of hire. The company will match up to 5% of your annual salary.

  • Training opportunities

    Management support and training to develop your skills.

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