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Lab Specimen Processor - Tuesday-Saturday 8:00am-4:30pm

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Description

Eurofins Viracor LLC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following conditions:

  1. Drug Screen: Successful candidates will be required to pass a standard drug screen as part of the pre-employment process.
  2. Background Check: A thorough background check will be conducted for all potential employees. This may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, education verification, and employment history.
  3. Visa Sponsorship: Eurofins Viracor LLC does not sponsor employment visas. All candidates must have the legal right to work in Lenexa, KS without requiring sponsorship. Unless approved by HR and supporting parties.

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility: 

The Laboratory Specimen Processor is primarily responsible for performing duties related to accessioning and data entry with a high degree of proficiency.

Essential Job Duties:

Level I - Minimum

  • Demonstrate data entry proficiency with the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and/or other specimen tracking system.
  • Examine samples for accuracy and other requirements (sample type, stability, volume, etc.)
  • Label samples for delivery to proper area(s)
  • Use and maintain applicable sample storage materials (i.e. dry ice)
  • Make appropriate internal or external contact to resolve patient demographic issues or discrepancies.
  • Complete correction requests as needed.
  • Adhere to all Data Management policies and protocols.
  • Maintain quality control and quality assurance records as required.
  • Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies.
  • Work closely and communicate with other lab associates to complete daily activities efficiently.
  • Maintain other Clinical Laboratory databases as needed or assigned.
  • Provide administrative support for Clinical Laboratory projects as needed.
  • Represent department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes at all times.
  • Other duties as assigned by management.

Level II – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I plus the following:

  • Manage issues and projects; resolve escalated issues as appropriate.
  • Demonstrate superior understanding of Laboratory operations.

Level III – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I and II plus the following:

  • Demonstrate leadership skills through the supervision, coaching and mentoring of others as required.
  • Ensure department adheres to policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Level I - Minimum

  • High School diploma or equivalent required
  • Specimen processing in a Clinical Laboratory setting or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Must be comfortable with raw specimen handling.
  • Applicants will be tested during the interview stages to determine their proficiency in typing, with a minimum requirement of 30 words per minute.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and comply with documents such as internal SOPs, operating and maintenance instructions, and company policies.
  • Position may require evening and weekend hours.
  • Goal oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization.
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • Keenly attentive to detail
  • Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
  • High level of proficiency with PC based software programs; strong database skills; 1 year of data entry experience preferred with strong typing skills.

Level II – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I plus the following:

  • Advanced problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities.

Level III – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I and II plus the following:

  • Ability to direct other Associates as required.
  • Ability to manage the daily workload as required.
  • Ability to assist Management in providing overall direction of workflow for Specimen Processing and Support Services as needed.
  • Ability to ensure applicable SOPs are being utilized and followed appropriately.
  • Help with weekly scheduling of staff.
  • Serve as the primary trainer for new Specimen Processors or re-training of existing Specimen Processors  
  • Ability to accurately answer questions when Supervisor is unavailable.
  • Ability to interact with other departments as necessary and develop relationships with other Lab Leadership and Management as it relates to work processes and workflow.
  • Ability to communicate concerns/needs as necessary to Supervisor.
  • Aid Supervisor with areas of improvement in workflow or organization, etc.

Physical Requirements:

  • Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead.
  • Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time as necessary in the laboratory (4 or more hours)
  • Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Physical dexterity sufficient to move body frequently around laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
  • Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
  • Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

 

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

Schedule:

  • Tuesday-Saturday  8:00am-4:30pm

What we offer:

  • Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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