Lab Specimen Processor (Temporary) - Tuesday to Saturday 8-5

About the role

The Lab Specimen Processor (Temporary) position at Eurofins Scientific is a contract role scheduled Tuesday to Saturday from 8-5. This role involves receiving, accessioning, and preparing samples for laboratory analyses according to Boston Heart Diagnostics protocols.

Responsibilities

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling, processing, and maintaining records.
• Accurately and efficiently enter patient data and test information into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Verify that samples received are: labeled with the correct patient identifiers, the correct sample type, and within stability for the requested test(s).
• Operate automated equipment.
• Accurate labeling of patient samples.
• Aliquoting blood, urine, feces, saliva, and swab samples for testing. Pipette bodily fluid samples into aliquots of appropriate volume and sample type for their respective tests.
• Archive samples for storage and organize sample batches for testing.
• Prepare batches of samples for send-out testing.
• Handle problem resolution upon receipt of information from the Customer Care team.
• Outgoing tube preparation for shipment and dispersement to other departments.
• Practices universal precaution techniques.
• Performs various ancillary tasks to maintain continuous smooth operation of Processing Area.
• Takes an active role in cleaning, organizing, and restocking duties.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and material – notify supervisor, manager or director immediately when faced with shortage of supplies.
• Communicate effectively and work closely with coworkers to ensure all daily tasks are taken care of.
• Escalate to Supervisor/Manager any issues that may impact production or patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Attention to detail
• Ability to accurately follow and remember written instructions
• Ability to type 55 WPM
• Computer literacy and typing accuracy
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with a team
• Ability to change and move in a fast-paced environment
• Comply with all safety guidelines
• Willingness to work on automated and manual platforms
• Willingness to work with potentially infectious human blood and bodily fluids
• Ability to apply learned concepts to troubleshoot novel situations
• Initiative to always prioritize patient care
• Reliable and punctual
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Keep an organized and clean shared workspace
• Able to work independently under general supervision

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Occasional schedule flexibility
• Strong understanding of Good Documentation/Laboratory Practices
• Knowledge of HIPAA requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good hand-eye coordination

Additional Information

• Temp Role - 90 days. Opportunity to extend/convert.
• Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday 8-5
• What we offer:
• 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

Benefits

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.