Specimen Management Specialist (SMD)

Baylor Genetics•Houston, TX

12h

About The Position

The Specimen Management Specialist is responsible for the receiving and accessioning of all patient specimens, and following established policies and procedures, in a professional manner.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Accessioning experience

Responsibilities

Learns and follows the established standard operating procedures for sample handling and record keeping.
Receives and triages patient specimens.
Assigns each specimen an accession number.
Enters patient information into LIMS database, with strict adherence to HIPPA laws.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance, takes authorized corrective action, and notifies key individuals.
Adhere to quality control policies and documents all quality control activities.
Opens packages, accessions specimens accurately and according to existing protocols.
Scans, checks and files paperwork.
Performs routine and non-routine tasks to carry out the department workflow.
Ensures that the lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
Participates in the orientation and training of the department.
Performs clerical duties as directed.
Maintains compliance with protocols.
Adheres to Code of Conduct as outlined in the Baylor Genetics Compliance Program.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.