Lab Specimen Processor - Tues-Sat, 8am-4:30pm

Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics•Lenexa, KS

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Viracor LLC is seeking a Laboratory Specimen Processor responsible for performing duties related to accessioning and data entry with a high degree of proficiency. The role involves examining samples for accuracy, labeling them for delivery, maintaining sample storage materials, resolving patient demographic issues, adhering to data management policies, maintaining quality control and assurance records, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Collaboration with other lab associates is essential for efficient daily activities. The position may also involve maintaining Clinical Laboratory databases, providing administrative support for projects, and representing the department and organization favorably. Successful candidates must pass a drug screen and background check, and must have the legal right to work in Lenexa, KS without requiring sponsorship.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Specimen processing in a Clinical Laboratory setting or equivalent experience preferred.
Must be comfortable with raw specimen handling.
Proficiency in typing, with a minimum requirement of 30 words per minute.
Ability to read, interpret, and comply with documents such as internal SOPs, operating and maintenance instructions, and company policies.
Position may require evening and weekend hours.
Goal oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization.
Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
Keenly attentive to detail.
Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
High level of proficiency with PC based software programs; strong database skills.
1 year of data entry experience preferred with strong typing skills.
Advanced problem-solving skills (Level II).
Demonstrated leadership abilities (Level II).
Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead.
Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time as necessary in the laboratory (4 or more hours).
Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds. It is advised to obtain assistance for items over 25 pounds.
Physical dexterity sufficient to move body frequently around laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

Nice To Haves

Specimen processing in a Clinical Laboratory setting or equivalent experience preferred.
1 year of data entry experience preferred with strong typing skills.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate data entry proficiency with the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and/or other specimen tracking system.
Examine samples for accuracy and other requirements (sample type, stability, volume, etc.).
Label samples for delivery to proper area(s).
Use and maintain applicable sample storage materials (i.e. dry ice).
Make appropriate internal or external contact to resolve patient demographic issues or discrepancies.
Complete correction requests as needed.
Adhere to all Data Management policies and protocols.
Maintain quality control and quality assurance records as required.
Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies.
Work closely and communicate with other lab associates to complete daily activities efficiently.
Maintain other Clinical Laboratory databases as needed or assigned.
Provide administrative support for Clinical Laboratory projects as needed.
Represent department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes at all times.
Ensure adherence to laboratory safety policies.
Manage issues and projects; resolve escalated issues as appropriate (Level II).
Demonstrate superior understanding of Laboratory operations (Level II).
Demonstrate leadership skills through the supervision, coaching and mentoring of others as required (Level III).
Ensure department adheres to policies and procedures (Level III).
Ability to direct other Associates as required (Level III).
Ability to manage the daily workload as required (Level III).
Ability to assist Management in providing overall direction of workflow for Specimen Processing and Support Services as needed (Level III).
Ability to ensure applicable SOPs are being utilized and followed appropriately (Level III).
Help with weekly scheduling of staff (Level III).
Serve as the primary trainer for new Specimen Processors or re-training of existing Specimen Processors (Level III).
Ability to accurately answer questions when Supervisor is unavailable (Level III).
Ability to interact with other departments as necessary and develop relationships with other Lab Leadership and Management as it relates to work processes and workflow (Level III).
Ability to communicate concerns/needs as necessary to Supervisor (Level III).
Aid Supervisor with areas of improvement in workflow or organization, etc. (Level III).