Accessioning Specialist II

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Position Overview

The Biological Sample Management Accessioning Specialist II will be an entry level lab operations team member who is able to accession for the clinical or research accessioning teams or assist in sample management. This role is expected to spend approximately 90% of their time inside the lab and 10% of their time working on various tasks assigned by the department. A successful Accessioning Specialist II will complete the responsibilities described below while working to support clinical and research sample management within Molecular Laboratory Operations

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Primary Responsibilities

• Receive and accession samples into the Laboratory Information System (CORA) used by BSM
• Ability to identify problem samples/shipments and discern if issue needs to be escalated to another department or BSM leadership
• Enter, upload, and ensure accuracy and completeness of information pertaining to samples and related projects through multiple systems
• Ensure there is a record of every system transaction relating to each managed sample in order to evidence sample Chain of Custody (COC)
• Ensure appropriate storage and transfer of each physical sample through the entire sample management lifecycle
• Assist with sample disposition management (disposal, return, re-purpose)
• Perform check-in and check-out of biological samples to/from BSM
• Perform sample transfers at the appropriate temperature to each department at designated times
• Follow document processes, safety protocols and laboratory regulations including Good Clinical and Laboratory Practices (GCLP), College of American Pathologists (CAP), Clinical Laboratory Improvements Amendment (CLIA)
• Work independently with a strong understanding of underlying processes and excellent time management capabilities
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager or other senior BSM staff

Core Competencies 

• Job knowledge: Individual can perform functions within Batch, Clinical and/or Sample Management in accordance with: Standard Operating Procedures, Work Orders, Protocols, and training guides
• Cross training: Individual is cross trained and capable of performing one or more tasks in Batch Accessioning, Clinical Accessioning, Study Management and/or Sample Management
• Quality standards: Individual delivers high quality work, free from defects and follows SOP’s
• Productivity: Individual is able to prioritize and organize work effectively to meet assigned deadlines and turnaround times. Able to fully manage and accession shipments with defects, communicate delays and problem solve.
• Dependability: Individual is able to carry out assigned tasks within the department. Attends all department meetings and able to communicate barriers to schedule availability
• Consistently demonstrate Adaptive’s core values
• High impact team player: Individual is able to identify and present solutions to operation or team roadblocks. Individual actively participates and provides feedback in a way that fosters a positive work environment
• Time management: Individual accurately updates timecard by designated due date. Adheres to the guidelines in the employee handbook.

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Other)

Required Qualifications/Experience

• 1+ years of experience working in a clinical laboratory performing CLIA high complexity testing, or working with clinical samples in a regulated laboratory OR
• Associate or bachelor’s degree

Preferred Experience & Capabilities

• Earned Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology or Chemistry
• Experience in a high throughput clinical, research or pathology testing laboratory
• Ability to work in an accurate and timely manner in a fast-paced, team environment
• Experience with LIMS systems, and web-based applications
• High integrity and experience with HIPAA compliance
• Experience delivering excellent customer service
• Any additional trainings or courses relevant to the role

Working Conditions

There will be occasional work in a laboratory handling human biological specimens, f