Description:

The specimen accessioning team is actively involved in pre-analytical and post-analytical processes of testing but are not directly involved in testing. In this role, one is responsible for receiving incoming samples, logging them into a computer, preparing the samples to then hand off to the lab. The post- analytical process as a specimen accessioner includes sample storage and disposal.

This is a great role to get into to if someone is looking to start/grow a career in a lab.

Key Responsibilities Include:

- Meet couriers at the door to receive samples from all over the USA and internationally and start the tracking process

- Verify all samples arrived (manually or through data system for larger shipments), inspect for any damage, remove and dispose of packaging, and move samples down the line for entry

- Operate out of multiple computer software systems and will be required to remember which softwares apply to different samples

- Verify name on samples match requisitions

- Handle mostly urine samples with some samples including blood, serum, plasma, body fluid

- After entry into systems, create labels and label samples

- Sometimes required to aliquot samples from 1 into 2 samples, centrifuge or freeze samples to stabilize if needed.

- Team runs 5,000-11,000 samples a day

- Manage workflow of maintenance of samples after 3/6/12 months in walk in refrigerators and freezers

Skills:

Lab environment, Laboratory, Forensic, Sop, Quality Control, Material Handling, Sample Prep, accessioner, reagent, Banking, Customer Service, Retail, psychology, science, waitress, Waiter, busser, phlebotomy

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Required Education, Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma

• Desire to move up within the lab

• Intermediate computer, typing and 10 key skills

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

• Must be able to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

• Able to work in a fast-paced production environment to meet established turnaround times

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Interested?

Send your resume directly to nsierra @actalentservices.com for immediate consideration!

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
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