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Description
The Laboratory Support Associate / Part Time, will ensure proper handling of all specimens received and prepare specimens for laboratory testing. This position includes such functions as matching patient information, data entry, and scanning documents.
- Reports to Manager, Global Customer Success
- Cooperates with all departments across the organization
- Participates in : Department meetings
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Receives and sorts specimens for testingReviews all requisitions for missing information, works closely with Customer Care to obtain missing information in a timely manner and distributes new information to all departments involved.Reports problem holds and provides resolution timelyAccessions all cases received for testing, including data entry of all pertinent information into LISTimely and accurately enters data into LIS, label samples and create folders, generate specimen travel documents, and forwards respective sample to personnel / departments.Assembles case paperwork and files, including pre-analytic documentation and labelsPerforms quality assurance check of samplesAttends department meetings and company in-service training to enhance knowledge on testing and systems.Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required.Follow Departments procedures including specimen routing and handling.Maintains or assists in maintaining inventory of the departmentFiles and archives patient foldersMay coordinate remote storage and retrieval for site as neededMay assist with coordinating waste pickups and maintains documentation.Receives incoming supplies : store and inventoryReturns slides and blocks to clientsMay assist with scheduling equipment preventative with vendorsServes as point of contact for the department; coordinates incoming and outgoing courier shipments and department mail; answer phone and greets visitors as neededAssist management and technical staff with administrative duties as needed.The above listing represents the general duties considered essential functions of the job and is not to be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
Requirements
Internal Contact :
Global Customer Success TeamLaboratory DepartmentEducation :
High School Diploma or equivalentExperience :
One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience preferred.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Achieves desired level of competency and accuracy for the main department processes (Accessioning, and sample returns) within 6 monthsWorks productively and efficiently to achieve company and departmental goalsCommunicates effectively with all levels of staffAdheres to Agendia core values, safety and compliance policies and proceduresAccurately follows department SOP's for specimen handling and processingDesired Skills :
Proficient with MS Office ProgramsAbility to communicate effectivelyStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independentlyMust be able to work in a fast paced, multi tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards.Must be able to work in a bio-hazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety ManualWorking Environment :
General laboratory environmentEnvironment / Safety / Work Conditions :
Vision to read written and published quality documents and to observe operationsRegularly walks, sits, and standsRegular works on a computer for approximately 6-8 hours per dayFrequently lifts, pushes / pulls, and carries up to 20 poundsMust follow lab safety practices when working in freezer or with hazardous materials including use of personal protective equipmentMust be able to read and understand scientific and complexPRIVACY NOTICE : To review the California privacy notice, click here : https : / / agendia.com / privacy-policy /Employees must not be classified as an excluded individual who is prohibited from participation in any Federal health care program.Travel
No TravelOther Duties :
Other duties as requiredSalary Description
$25.00-$30.00 per hour