What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specimen Processor position at Eurofins?
Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing.
In 2018, Eurofins generated 4.2 billion Euro proforma turnover in 800 laboratories across 47 countries, employing about 45.000 staff.
Eurofins stands for a conception of clinical diagnostics entirely focused on excellence, innovation and technological investment. Eurofins clinical diagnostics offers testing services in all medical specialties.
As a central element in healthcare, clinical diagnostics contributes to every stage of patient care: predisposition, prevention, diagnostics, treatment monitoring and prognosis.
With hundreds of thousands of clinical diagnostics tests performed every day, the laboratories of the clinical diagnostics division strive to ensure that every patient, wherever he or she lives, has access to the most specialized and most innovative techniques for diagnosis, monitoring and therapeutic adjustment. Our logistics expertise and our daily sample collection and delivery network, guarantee perfect continuity in the provision of care while ensuring the same standard of quality and access to innovation across all the regions we serve.
Job Description
Job Overview: The Specimen Processor will enter all patient demographic and testing information into the LIS system, label all samples for testing, and run automated aliquoting equipment. The specimen processor will check samples and requisition forms for adequacy and accuracy, flagging and following appropriate processes for handling of discrepancies or issues.
Specimen Processor responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Enter patient data into the LIS system and accurately label patient samples.
Create, update, and maintain sample tracking information in MS Excel spreadsheets
Run automated equipment and incubators.
Follow appropriate daily decontamination protocols.
Handle problem or discrepancy resolution upon receipt of information from the Customer Care team.
Organize, restock, and monitor inventory of laboratory supplies.
Adherence and understanding of laboratory SOPs and processes surrounding specimen processing, laboratory safety, and all other policies and procedures to safeguard integrity of laboratory results.
Maintain accurate record keeping utilizing Good Documentation Practices for daily quality control and corrective action for any laboratory protocol deviations.
Participate in quality control and quality assurance activities to ensure the accuracy and reliability of pre-analytic processes.
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Qualifications
Minimum Educational Qualifications:
High school diploma required
Bachelor’s degree or related experience preferred
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to accurately follow and remember written instructions.
Ability to type 45 words per minute.
Computer literacy and typing accuracy.
Experience recording data and using formulas in MS Excel.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
Familiarity with laboratory information systems and proficiency in computer skills.
Knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
Occasional schedule flexibility.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following:
Reliable and punctual with strong problem solving skills.
Competent to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Effective interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing laboratory pre-analytic work and documentation.
Apply learned concepts to troubleshoot novel situations while prioritizing patient care.
Able to keep a shared workspace organized and sterile.
Additional Information
Position is full-time working Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm OR Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am - 6:30pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Louisville, KY are encouraged to apply.
- Location: 12701 Plantside Dr, Louisville, KY 40299
- Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
