State of Washington Classified Job Specification
SPECIMEN PROCESSING TECHNICIAN LEAD
SPECIMEN PROCESSING TECHNICIAN LEAD
Class Code: 510Q
Category: Science & Engineering
Definition
Under general supervision, perform semi-technical duties as a lead in a centralized Clinical Medical Laboratory.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Regularly assign, instruct and check the work of others.
Positions in this class are distinguished by performance of duties of more difficulty or responsibility than Specimen Processing Technician but differ from Laboratory Technician as duties pertain to specimen and data management rather than specimen analysis. Positions in this class function as assistants to the Specimen Processing Supervisor and will directly lead Specimen Processing Technicians and/or other staff.
Positions in this class are distinguished by performance of duties of more difficulty or responsibility than Specimen Processing Technician but differ from Laboratory Technician as duties pertain to specimen and data management rather than specimen analysis. Positions in this class function as assistants to the Specimen Processing Supervisor and will directly lead Specimen Processing Technicians and/or other staff.
Typical Work
Perform semi-technical duties as a lead assistant in a centralized service laboratory for a scientific department such as blood drawing activities, specimen handling, or data management, etc.;
Order replacement supplies according to established procedures; assist with inventory or departmental supplies and equipment;
Advise physicians, nurses, ward clerks, and technologists on procedures pertaining to laboratory and computer functions;
Troubleshoot problems with data or specimens arising in the analytic laboratories or in the computer;
Perform the work of Specimen Processing Technician;
Perform related duties as required.
Order replacement supplies according to established procedures; assist with inventory or departmental supplies and equipment;
Advise physicians, nurses, ward clerks, and technologists on procedures pertaining to laboratory and computer functions;
Troubleshoot problems with data or specimens arising in the analytic laboratories or in the computer;
Perform the work of Specimen Processing Technician;
Perform related duties as required.
Legal Requirement(s)
There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
Desirable Qualifications
Two years of college-level science in an applicable field AND six months of experience as a Specimen Processing Technician
OR
High School graduation or GED Certification AND 18 months of clinical laboratory experience in a Clinical or Public Health Laboratory
OR
Equivalent education/experience.
Class Specification History
New class adopted October 12, 1973.
Revise class. Revises title; adopted December 14, 1973.
Revise class. Revises minimum qualifications; adopted July 2, 1990.
Revise class. Revises title, general revision; adopted May 14, 2004.
Revise class. Revises class code (formerly 6056); adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.
Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.
Revise class. Revises title; adopted December 14, 1973.
Revise class. Revises minimum qualifications; adopted July 2, 1990.
Revise class. Revises title, general revision; adopted May 14, 2004.
Revise class. Revises class code (formerly 6056); adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.
Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.
