Lab Tech Sr.

Location: Redwood City, CA 94063 | Duration: 12+ months contract | Pay rate: $19.00/hr | Shift: 09 AM - 05 PM

About the role

Pre-Analytical Laboratory Technician I is responsible for preparing samples for analysis, recording, and/or verifying patient's information. This role primarily performs duties related to accessioning, sample management, problem resolution, data entry, and specimen storage with a high degree of proficiency. A successful candidate will have knowledge of lab procedures and understand the importance of following all lab regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tasks, as assigned.
• Clean and organize common lab areas and take responsibility for all housekeeping tasks being completed on time.
• Receive, sort, and unpack incoming samples regularly.
• Unpack, log, and track incoming samples using specified software.
• Perform administrative duties required for incoming samples, including scanning needed paperwork such as pathology reports and requisitions, and filing physical paperwork per required procedures.
• Perform order entry and order processing, including reviewing patient demographics and sample collection.
• Evaluate insurance and verify billing information.
• Transcribe relevant medical information from pathology reports or other associated documents such as sample IDs, number of malignant cores, and tumor size.
• Perform sample accessioning, including verification of patient demographics, sample ID, and sample labeling.
• Utilize Laboratory Information System (LIMS) to review, enter sample information, and print required work lists.
• Perform and record equipment maintenance.
• Follow established health and safety procedures and adhere to risk assessments.
• Comply with ISO 15189 and QMS.
• Record data adhering to GDP, strictly follow procedures, and raise quality events when necessary.
• Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) under guided direction of leadership.
• Participate in process improvement activities planned by management and/or engineers.
• Contribute to overall team goals while maintaining individual output.
• Foresee issues and overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments.
• Perform all assigned tasks under the supervision of a designee.
• Perform timely and accurate data entry and verification of incoming orders and samples according to SOP.
• Assist management in triaging workflow issues.
• Integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.
• Prioritize and drive results with a high emphasis on quality.
• Work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Demonstrate effective personal communication.
• Be flexible and quickly adaptable to changing priorities.
• Consistently display a positive and patient attitude and extend respect and courtesy toward management and peers alike.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
• Work designated schedule, including nights and/or weekends, as needed.
• Work overtime, as needed.
• Work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 85% of a typical working day.
• Work seated for approximately 75% of a typical workday and standing for approximately 25% of a typical workday.
• Lift up to 10 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical workday.
• Grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
• Comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Use various types of laboratory equipment, including microscopes, microtomes, blades, strainers, and pipettes for extended periods of time.
• Perform repetitious actions using office or lab tools.
• Use near vision to view samples at close range.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation.
• Travel between Redwood City locations as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Basic computer skills, including email usage.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Science, Health Science, or related field.
• Experience in healthcare, laboratory, pharmaceutical industry, or other regulated work environment.
• Experience with high-volume laboratory operations.
• Experience with using laboratory information management systems.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to write and update procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.