Pre-Analytical Laboratory Technician

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Position Overview

The Pre-Analytical Laboratory Technician I – GHI is responsible for preparing samples for analysis, recording, and/or verifying patient’s information. This role is primarily responsible for performing duties related to accessioning, sample management, problem resolution, data entry, and specimen storage with high degree of proficiency. A successful candidate will have knowledge of lab procedures and understand the importance of following all lab regulations.

Shift: Monday-Friday 11am-7:30pm

Essential Duties

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform laboratory tasks, as assigned.
• Clean and organize common lab areas and take responsibility for all housekeeping tasks being completed on time.
• Receive, sort, and unpack incoming samples regularly.
• Unpack, log and track incoming samples using specified software regularly.
• Perform administrative duties required for incoming samples; including, but not limited to, scan needed paperwork, such as pathology reports and requisitions, and file physical paperwork per required procedures.
• Perform order entry and order processing such as in lieu of; including, but not limited to reviewing patient demographics and sample collection.
• Evaluate insurance and verify billing information.
• Transcribe relevant medical information from pathology reports or other associated documents such as sample IDs, number or malignant cores, and tumor size.
• Perform sample accessioning; including, but not limited to, verification of patient demographics, sample ID, and sample labeling.
• Utilize Laboratory Information System (LIMS), to review, enter sample information, and print required work lists.
• Perform and record equipment maintenance.
• Follow established health and safety procedures and adhere to risk assessments.
• Comply with ISO 15189 and QMS.
• Record data adhering to GDP, strictly follow procedures and raise quality events, when necessary.
• Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) under guided direction of leadership.
• Participate in process improvement activities planned by management and/or engineers.
• Contribute to overall team goals while still maintaining individual output.
• Foresee issues and overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments.
• Perform all assigned tasks under the supervision of designee.
• Perform timely and accurate data entry and verification of incoming orders and samples according to SOP.
• Assist management in triaging workflow issues.
• Integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.
• Ability to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality.
• Ability to work in a fast pace and changing environment.
• Effective personal communication.
• Flexible and quickly adaptable to changing priorities.
• Ability to consistently display a positive and patient attitude and extend respect and courtesy toward management and peers alike.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
• Ability to work designated schedule.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends, as needed.
• Ability to work overtime, as needed.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 85% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work seated for approximately 75% of a typical workday. Ability to work standing for approximately 25% of a typical workday.
• Ability to lift to 10 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical workday.
• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to use various types of laboratory equipment; including microscopes, microtomes, blades, strainers, and pipettes for extended periods of time.
• May perform repetitious actions using office or lab tools.
• Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation.
• Ability and means to travel between Redwood City locations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Basic computer skills to include email usage.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Science, Health Science or related field as outlined in the essential duties.
• Experience in health care, laboratory, pharmaceutical industry, or other regulated work environment.
• Experience with high volume laboratory operations.
• Experience with using laboratory information management systems.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to write and update procedures.

Salary Range:

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.

Our success relies on the experiences and perspectives of a diverse team, and Exact Sciences fosters a culture where all employees can develop personally and professionally with a sense of respect and belonging. If you require an accommodation, please contact us here.

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