Specimen Shipping Specialist I

Responsibilities

• Receives specimens for testing
• Remains informed of all procedure changes pertaining to sample processing
• Performs quality assurance checks of incoming or outgoing samples
• Returns slides and blocks to clients
• Utilize chain of custody logs for slides and blocks, ensure appropriate chain of custody for blocks and slides is followed
• Oversee Q/C workflow and reconciliation of blocks and the block log
• Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required
• Follow Department’s procedures including specimen routing and handling
• Recognize and take appropriate action in response to missing or lost blocks/slides and communicate these to Lead, Supervisor or Manager
• Implement lost block/slide process to locate missing blocks/slides as required
• Works effectively with other departments to resolve and troubleshoot problems

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience equivalent to an Accessioning Technician preferred
• Proficient with MS Office programs
• On a consistent basis, able to sit during shift, excluding meal and rest period
• Able to move and lift 50 pounds and maneuver packages of any weight above 50 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person
• On a consistent basis, able to bend/twist at the waist and knees
• Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements; evenings, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime
• Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual.