Sample Handling Assistant IIA

Work Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 6am-2:30pm

Job Responsibilities

• Performs any combination of sample management and/or archive tasks, including labeling, receipt, transferring, tracking, inventory, archival, shipping, and disposal of samples and/or materials.
• Sample accession core tasks, including box opening, inventory/labeling, receipt/store, and pulls/returns.
• Uses tracking systems as appropriate to maintain sample and study integrity.
• Accurate protocol and relevant documentation interpretation (i.e., Sample Analysis Outline, client paperwork).
• Document and communicate discrepancies to appropriate personnel, and assists with problem solving.
• Maintain client and business confidentiality.
• Contributes to a cohesive team environment.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers.
• Supports process improvement initiatives.
• Ensures adherence to company Global/Regional/Local SOP’s as appropriate.
• Complies with relevant Environmental, Health and Safety at work regulations and Company Policies.
• Competent with environmental system monitor as appropriate.
• Maintains storage units
• Ensures company procedures are followed in relation to security and access to relevant areas and data or sample integrity
• Perform Kit Receipt process (batch and non-batch, ambient only, frozen only and combo and ensure all kits are timely processed) at an above average production rate with above average quality
• Perform processes of Hold Logs and NPATs
• Independently resolve problem samples from lab or kits received.
• Foster team environment in all LPS areas.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Three months Labcorp sample handling experience
• Associate’s degree

Additional Job Standards

• Physical requirements include, but not are limited to, standing, bending, reaching and lifting.
• Repetitive motion via samples and computer terminal
• Lifting up to 25 kilos/50 pounds on a frequent basis
• High volume and high production environment
• Work is performed in a Laboratory environment and may be noisy.
• Exposure to potential contaminated substance(s).
• Weekend and public holiday work may be required.
• Overtime maybe required