Accessioning Technician

PRECISION DIAGNOSTICS•San Diego, CA

1d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Accessioning Technician handles all aspects of the laboratory’s pre-analytical process. The position is based at Precision Diagnostics’ California office in San Diego and offers the opportunity to grow into other laboratory positions. Work takes place in a laboratory environment, using laboratory equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE). The role has no supervisory responsibilities and is not expected to require travel. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week. Compensation is $19.00–$20.00 per hour. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet standardized deadlines.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multitask.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Dependability and punctuality.
Data-entry skills.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and frequently bending, stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, and walking.
Ability to use PPE and laboratory equipment in a laboratory environment.

Nice To Haves

Flexibility in scheduling is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Receive, sort, and unpack specimen shipments.
Identify and categorize special-handling and priority accounts.
Enter information received from clients accurately into the testing database.
Ensure correct labels are affixed to specimen devices, tubes, and documentation.
Identify discrepancies and communicate them to appropriate personnel.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures and safety guidelines.
Scan and store paperwork received as part of medical records keeping.
Aliquot oral-fluid and urine specimens.
Manage specimen inventory and recovery.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Comply with HIPAA, CLIA, and COLA guidelines.
Communicate daily with designated personnel verbally and electronically.
Assist with other delegated duties.
Maintain a production rate of 45 electronic specimens per hour and 30 manual specimens per hour, while keeping the error rate at or below 3%.
Adopt new technology as part of routine business processes and become fluent in Microsoft 365 applications assigned to the role.
Complete assigned training in a timely manner.