Laboratory Technician Central Accessioning

Georgia Department of Revenue•Decatur, IL

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician works under broad supervision in the Central Accessioning Laboratory, performing duties essential to accurate and efficient processing of laboratory specimens. The role receives, sorts, opens, and processes specimens for testing; enters data; packages and ships tests to reference laboratories; and processes samples in a biosafety cabinet. The technician maintains laboratory equipment and supplies, monitors inventory, and supports projects for the Support Services and Accessioning Section. The position is federally grant-funded and subject to the availability of grant funds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in a laboratory setting or related area, including one year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or one year of experience at the lower-level Laboratory Tech 3 (LST032) or an equivalent position.
Some positions may require licensure.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Laboratory Technician.
An associate degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field with one year of laboratory experience.
Certification is required within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Process specimens for testing in the Central Accessioning Laboratory.
Perform data entry and assist the Accessioning supervisor and manager with Support Services and Accessioning Section projects.
Package and ship tests to reference laboratories.
Process samples in a biosafety cabinet.
Maintain the laboratory, equipment, and supplies; update the supervisor on inventory and replenishment needs.
Receive, sort, open, remove specimens from mailing containers, and process all specimens received during the day.
Compare patient identifiers on specimens with the information on requisition forms and promptly report discrepancies to a supervisor or designee.
Visually inspect specimens for acceptability based on factors such as transit damage, leaks, labeling, and patient identifiers; correctly determine acceptability at least 95% of the time.
Record specimen and requisition discrepancies or problems on the day specimens are received, when possible, for quality assurance and specimen accountability.
Work with the supervisor to investigate problem specimens and resolve discrepancies.
Ensure requisition forms are stamped with the appropriate receipt date and time before forwarding them to data entry and transporting specimens to the appropriate testing area.
Oversee workflow and may supervise lower-level staff when the Supervisor and Manager are absent.