Clinical Data Operator - Pleasanton, CA

Natera•Pleasanton, CA

7d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Clinical Data Operator accessions patient samples according to standard operating procedures (SOP) with high efficiency and accuracy. This is an on-site position in Pleasanton, CA, with a shift from Tuesday to Saturday, 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. The hourly rate starts at $21.77. The role involves creating new orders, accessioning samples, entering patient data into the Laboratory Inventory Management System (LIMS), scanning test requisition forms, and ensuring the accuracy and up-to-date status of information. The position requires strict adherence to HIPAA and privacy policies for protecting patient health information (PHI), safe handling of biological samples, and maintaining a tidy workstation and lab. Familiarity with SOPs and quality standards is essential. The role also includes sorting packages upon arrival and bringing them to the lab. Employees must complete mandatory training on HIPAA/PHI privacy, general policies, and security within the first 30 days of hire, and maintain current Natera training requirements. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent) required.
0 - 1 year of industry related experience.
Previous computer experience is required.
Typing speed of at least 45wpm with high accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Previous data entry experience is preferred
Trained on all product types and able to accession with accuracy and efficiency.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Effective critical thinking skills and the ability to use good judgment.
Ability to perform required duties with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Positive attitude and ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

Create new orders on Laboratory Inventory Management System (LIMS) and perform necessary checks to ensure proper accessioning.
Accession samples with high accuracy and efficiency.
Accurately enter patient data into the Laboratory Inventory Management System (LIMS).
Ensure that the information in LIMS is up-to-date.
Scan test requisition forms and attached paperwork. Ensure that all paperwork belong to patient and upload to case.
Protect patient health information (PHI) at all times to ensure compliance with HIPAA and privacy policies.
Perform safe and proper handling of samples (blood, buccal, and tissue).
Maintain tidiness of workstations and lab.
Maintain familiarity with standard operating procedures (SOP) and quality standards determined by the clinical laboratory.
Perform safe and proper handling of tools provided to open packages and kit boxes.
Sort packages at the dock upon arrival of packages and bring packages up to the lab.
Complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire.
Maintain a current status on Natera training requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.