Lab Coordinator

Job Summary: The Laboratory Coordinator is responsible for processing and shipping all specimens received in the lab. Day-to-day operations will include phlebotomy, blood & urine processing, organizing requisitions and packing and shipping of completed specimens according to study lab manual. Required training includes IATA and GCP. Responsible for organizing study kits and supplies. Ability to communicate effectively with the team.

Our Culture: Inspire hope. Build your legacy. Discover a rewarding, fulfilling, well-balanced career at Florida Digestive Health Specialist, LLP. With providers and locations across Florida, FDHS is one of the largest single-specialty, physician-owned GI practices in the state. FDHS was established in 2011 to provide comprehensive, high-quality gastroenterology services and foster advanced research for digestive health problems. With a growing team of nationally acclaimed care centers, providers, and staff, we continue to expand our reach to communities that need our care. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Laboratory Coordinator to join our Florida Research Institute (FRI) team and support our mission.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Setup, operate and maintain lab equipment
• Daily inspections and record keeping of eye wash stations
• Shipping and processing specimens per study specific lab manual
• Specimen/sample collection
• Ordering dry ice
• Responsible for communicating with CRC’s on lab supply needs
• Responsible for manual temperature logs
• Responsible for reporting any temperature deviations to regulatory and supervisor
• Review and maintain all study manuals for instruction and study readiness
• Responsible for start-up supplies and continued inventory for all trials
• Review lab supplies / kits for expiration dates and discard as stated in protocol
• Bio-hazard waste to include vendor communications / red bag and box maintenance
• Must have knowledge of and adhere to the approved FRI SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Trouble shooting and resolving potential problems
• Assists with training of new employee’s additional duties/responsibilities may be assigned as needed
• Maintain access to study lab portals

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability and willingness to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills and a high degree of professionalism
• Critical thinker and problem solver
• Responsible for organization and cleanliness of lab
• Maintain study specific lab logs
• Print labs daily and reconcile with requisition forms
• Review lab manuals for amendments and notify CRC and Lead CRC
• Responsible for queries
• Request missing lab results
• Archiving assistance
• Coordinator back up support
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Punctual and reliable
• Adheres to safety and compliance policies and procedures
• Able and willing to work in a team setting
• Attention to detail

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Laboratory experience (2 years preferred)
• Experience in phlebotomy

Any and all duties are subject to change pending site needs or manager directives.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities
• Positive and collaborative work environment

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Florida Digestive Health Specialists to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

When you join FDHS, you become part of a premier team striving to deliver unparalleled, personalized care while treating patients like family. And at FDHS, our patients are at the heart of everything we do. Join our team at FDHS and make a difference in the lives of our patients and employees alike!