Job Overview
The Specimen Management Associate 2 is responsible for various activities associated with receipt, storage, and shipment of clinical specimens. Guides entry level staff on basic department procedures. Serves as a point of contact for routine troubleshooting and resolution.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for accessioning, shipment and storage of samples, and problem resolution ensuring all samples are accurately identified, sorted and labeled for testing and/or storage.
- Responsible for freezer and inventory maintenance.
- Identifies errors or the potential for problems and escalates to senior level staff.
- Guides entry level staff on basic department procedures and assist with on-boarding of new staff.
- Supports and responds to after-hour alarms and/or other job critical functions.
- Dependent upon functional area, may also handle receipt of compounds and control material.
- Supports safety, quality, and 6S requirements and initiatives.
- Notifies appropriate staff of supply shortages.
- Complies with company's procedures and regulatory requirements, as applicable.
- Responsible for clear, accurate, and timely communications with cross functional stakeholders.
- Participates in continuing education through self-study, attending training sessions and meetings.
- Performs work in accordance with company procedures and applicable regulatory guidelines.
Minimum Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent Required
- 6 months of related experience.
- Requires basic knowledge of internal systems and procedures and demonstrated ability to navigate and resolve routine challenges.
- Good working knowledge of relevant procedures.
- Basic Computer skills.
- Ability to maintain effective reporting procedures and control workflow.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $39,100.00 - $58,700.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person