Specimen Handler - Medical Lab

Full Job Description

Vero Diagnostics is a state-of-the-art clinical laboratory that incorporates the latest technology and methods to provide comprehensive diagnostic testing. We take pride in our ability to generate precise and accurate results in a timely manner. Every aspect of what we do at Vero Diagnostics is the result of the experts behind our business. Vero Diagnostics stands above the competition because we have the expertise to excel in our field. With a rewarding atmosphere built on teamwork, recognition, and growth, we love working together to provide diagnostic solutions and extraordinary client service. We are looking for talented candidates to join our growing team, so if you are up for a challenge, please apply below.

We are looking to add a Specimen Accessioner to our successful team. 

The Specimen Accessioner is responsible for processing of incoming and outgoing samples and reference materials.

Essential Responsibilities

• Accessions samples into LIMS
  
• Provides timely notification of sample receipt to appropriate client/study personnel as needed
• Maintains sample chain-of-custody
• Reviews study sample demographic data to confirm consistency between sample labels, study paperwork, and electronic sample management systems (eSMS)
• Resolves discrepancies, with responsibility for investigating and correcting sample anomalies
• Stages samples for testing per schedule/request
• Checks out pre-test samples and checks in post-test samples
• Ensures samples are ready for analysis on time via sample accessioning and staging schedules
• Manages pre- and post-test sample storage
• Maintains operability of sample storage units (e.g. routine maintenance, temperature monitoring)
• Ships samples to domestic or international destinations
• Dispositions samples as directed by client
• Provides information for QAU, client, or regulatory agency audit reports as needed
• Generates and maintains records in a GxP compliant manner
• Assists with drafting sample management SOPs as needed
• Collects metrics data as needed
• Recommends process improvements
• May serve as a trainer for new Sample Management Technicians
• May receive samples as needed:
• Receives shipments into Sample Management
• Initiates sample chain-of-custody
• Provides timely notification of sample receipt to client/BPM
• May manage sample-related data as appropriate:
• Builds study sample metadata in LIMS
• Follows BAL SOPs
• Other duties as needed

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma and experience in a laboratory or sample management environment; sample management experience preferred

Skills:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment where multiple concurrent projects must be completed in a timely manner
• Ability to take direction well and multi-task
• Acute attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Word
• Proficiency in LIMS and Quality Management software packages

Preferred Credentials

• Associate degree in biological science or related field or sample management environment; sample management experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in biological science or related field

Working Environment

• Primarily laboratory environment, including use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, lab coats and gloves
• Occasional office environment
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets
• Potential exposure to skin and lung irritants, toxic materials, and hazardous waste
• Exposure to fluctuating temperatures on rare occasions

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment
• Frequent mobility needed
• Occasional crouching or stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moving) objects, including laboratory samples, laboratory equipment, and laptop computer, with a maximum lift of 30 pounds
• Ability to use personal protective equipment and work effectively in freezers as cold as -80C
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand, with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups
• Requires multiple periods of intense concentration
• Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence
• Ability to perform under stress and multi-task
• Regular and consistent attendance

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position
• Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the "core" work hours as published in the Vero Diagnostics Employee Handbook
• Occasional weekend, holiday, and evening work may be required

Disclaimer

The tasks, duties, and responsibilities listed in this job description are not exhaustive. Vero Diagnostics, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities to employees. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education may be substituted for certain requirements, so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the job description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what is considered equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, this job description does not constitute a contract of employment, either expressly or by implication.

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Vero Diagnostics requires that all employees be legally authorized to work in the United States. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vero Diagnostics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.