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Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an
Accessioning Technician for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier BioTech clients in Cambridge, MA . Responsibilities :- Specimen Acceptance:
- Receive and record delivery of patient samples.
- Unpack and verify contents and condition of received samples.
- Sign off on all received specimens; ensure logs match specimens received.
- Time stamp specimens.
- Immediately addresses issues if specimens do not match logs.
- Specimen Accessioning
- Perform data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), including assigning specific computer-generated identification numbers to each sample.
- Route samples into the appropriate workflow and ensure downstream staff is alerted to sample availability.
- Maintain required documentation, including proper specimen handling, labeling, and preparation of worksheets.
- Maintain specimen identification and integrity throughout all processes.
- Dispose and label biohazard waste appropriately.
- Perform a Quality Control check of all assigned cases.
- Ensure regulatory compliance by following local, business unit, and corporate safety policies.
- Participate in biohazard, chemical, radiation safety, and other education programs.
- Identify and inform supervisor of any issues that need to be escalated.
- Assist with accessioning schedule changes if requested by a supervisor, including occasional weekend or off-hours work availability.
- Work in a lab environment using chemicals and regents.
- Collaborate with other departments and colleagues for problem solving.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree
- Prior experience working in an accessioning department in CLIA laboratory or other clinical diagnostics setting
- Prior professional experience with accessioning and/or anatomic pathology
- Prior use of laboratory information management systems
- Knowledge of medical terminology, specifically anatomic pathology specimen descriptions.
- Excellent computer/data entry skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Demonstrated experience handling multiple tasks at once
- Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with peers in a fast-paced and cross-functional results-oriented team environment
- Demonstrated experience working within tight timelines for successful execution of project and program goals
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a professional demeanor
- Ability to prioritize and thoroughly follow up on assigned tasks
- Ability to adapt to changing procedures, policies and work environment
- Understanding of HIPAA and importance of privacy of patient data
- Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree
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