Specimen Collection Technician Anchorage, AK | 30-35 hours/week | $20.00/hour DOE | Paid Travel We are a small, locally owned substance abuse testing company seeking a dependable, professional Specimen Collection Technician to join our Anchorage team. Important Occupational Requirement — Male Applicant Required This position requires directly observed urine specimen collections of male donors . Applicable collection procedures require the individual performing the direct observation to be the same sex as the donor . Because this particular opening is responsible for directly observing male donors, this position must be filled by a male employee. This is an essential job-function requirement of the position, not a preference. Applicants should consider this requirement before applying. Reliability, flexibility, a strong work ethic, and attention to detail are more important to us than previous experience in this field. We will train the right person. This position includes specimen collection, client service, administrative duties, office upkeep, and travel to client locations in Anchorage and throughout Alaska. What You'll Do Collect urine, breath, hair, and oral-fluid specimens following established procedures and Chain of Custody requirements Perform directly observed urine collections when required Complete collection paperwork and electronic records accurately Provide professional, respectful service to clients Travel to customer locations in Anchorage and elsewhere in Alaska, including occasional overnight travel Maintain clean, sanitary, organized, and well-stocked specimen collection areas and workspaces, including routine cleaning and disinfecting of collection rooms, counters, equipment, and common work areas Help maintain the overall cleanliness and professional appearance of the office and assist with routine office upkeep as needed Assist with scheduling, phones, email, records, scanning, filing, supply management, and other office duties Maintain strict confidentiality and follow applicable procedures and regulations
What We're Looking For Required:
Dependable, punctual, hardworking, and professional Flexible schedule and willingness to travel Reliable personal transportation and current vehicle insurance Valid driver's license High school diploma or GED Comfortable using computers, email, Microsoft Office, and web-based applications Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures consistently Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check Preferred but not required: Phlebotomy, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or other medical training Healthcare, laboratory, specimen-collection, customer-service, or administrative experience No previous specimen-collection experience is required. Training is provided. Schedule Approximately 30-35 hours per week Primarily weekday/daytime hours Occasional early morning, evening, weekend, or after-hours assignments Occasional overnight travel Additional/full-time hours may be available when coverage or workload requires Because our clients' testing needs can change, schedule flexibility is important for this position. Compensation & Benefits Starting pay: $20.00/hour DOE Paid work-related travel Alaska-required paid sick leave Opportunity for increased hours and future wage increases based on performance To Apply Please submit your resume through Indeed . A short cover letter explaining why you believe you would be a dependable fit for this position is encouraged.
Pay:
From $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 - 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Paid sick time Travel reimbursement Application Question(s): This position requires directly observed urine specimen collections of male donors. Applicable collection procedures require the direct observer to be the same sex as the donor. This particular opening therefore requires a male employee. Do you meet this occupational requirement and are you willing to perform directly observed collections of male donors? Do you have a valid driver's license, reliable personal transportation, and current automobile insurance that you can maintain throughout employment? Are you willing and able to travel to client locations within Anchorage and elsewhere in Alaska, including occasional overnight travel? Are you comfortable using computers for email, web-based applications, electronic records, and programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook? This position is primarily weekday/daytime work but occasionally requires early mornings, evenings, weekends, or after-hours assignments. Are you able to work this type of flexible schedule when needed?