Laboratory Assistant

Pride Health is hiring a Specimen Technician to support our client’s medical facility in Pittsburgh PA 15220 this is a 3-month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity, and it's a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Title: Specimen Technician
Location: Pittsburgh PA 15220
Duration: 3 Months
Pay Range: $18 Per Hour - 20 Per Hour 
Schedule: 3rd Shift 10pm-6:30am EST, shifts variable

Key Responsibilities

Perform general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department.
Conduct data entry with the ability to maintain approximately 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour.
Pre-sort specimens and prepare samples for laboratory processing.
Perform tasks such as A-station processing, imaging/microfilming, centrifugation, and aliquoting.
Pick up and deliver processed specimens to the appropriate laboratory departments.
Maintain accuracy and timeliness when handling specimens and entering data.
Learn and understand specimen types related to tests ordered by clients.
Follow and adapt to compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change frequently.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow all safety, quality, and compliance policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively with team members and staff across departments.
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment

Qualifications:
A High School Diploma or GED is required.
1-5 years relevant experience required.

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.
As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates 
Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.