Specimen Accessioner

Simple Laboratories is looking for a Full-time Accessioner/Lab Assistant I responsible for receiving and processing biological specimens such as blood, urine, etc. that are submitted for laboratory testing. Functions performed typically include data entry of lab requests, labeling patient specimens, and other pre-analytic tasks in preparation for laboratory testing, according to standard operating procedures. Additional support tasks such as inventory management may be assigned. Work Shift Overnight | Tuesday to Saturday 8:00 PM - 6:30 AM Essential Job Functions Provide training, support, and guidance to Lab Associate 1 staff on essential job functions. Serve as primary point of contact for resolution of questions or concerns from other employees, particularly those outside the Laboratory. Monitors TAT and assigns LA I staff as needed to meet expectations. Provide feedback to Laboratory management regarding potential/ongoing process or employee issues within Specimen Processing Process clinical laboratory specimens with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, completeness, and compliance. Confirm client, patient, and specimen details to ascertain adequacy and appropriateness of specimens. Data enter test requests into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and apply appropriate barcoded labels to patient specimens or scan pre-existing barcodes. Ensure that specimens are labeled appropriately; elevate discrepancies for resolution as needed. Centrifuge and/or aliquot specimens as required. Pre-sort specimens for delivery to technical departments. Retrieve specimens from storage as necessary for add-on testing. Handle and dispose of all specimens following biohazardous waste precautions and applicable safety policies. Ensure clean, decontaminated workspaces per Safety protocols. Investigate and resolve specimen issues or test issues to ensure timely and accurate reporting of results. Consult with technical departments regarding acceptability of patient specimens as needed; coordinate with Problem Resolution team for recollection as needed. Perform required maintenance on Specimen Processing equipment such as centrifuges, printers, incubators, freezers, and refrigerators, document appropriately. Maintain accurate and complete records of problems and resolutions related to specimen processing, inventory, and equipment. Meet or exceed all performance expectations to include attendance and adherence to work schedule. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Ability to learn the job duties assigned to the Laboratory Assistant II and develop an understanding of the overall functions within the Laboratory Strong data entry and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to interact with peers professionally and positively, clients, and other staff. Ability to multitask and maintain focus within a fast‑paced environment. Ability to problem-solve as needed. Ability to learn policies and procedures and apply them in the workplace. Comfortable handling potentially infectious biological specimens; adherence to all applicable PPE and other Laboratory Safety policies Work Specifications and Conditions Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Continuous sitting, standing, and walking in the performance of job duties Laboratory equipment such as incubators, refrigerators, freezers, liquid handlers, and extraction instruments Desktop computer and associated peripherals Regular exposure to potentially infectious biological specimens #J-18808-Ljbffr Simple Laboratories