Accessioning Specialist II

Position Overview

The Biological Sample Management Accessioning Specialist II is a developing team member who accessions samples and assists in managing samples throughout their lifecycle at Adaptive. Specialists in this role spend most of their time in the lab.

Working hours: Tues-Sat 9:30am - 6:00pm

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Primary Responsibilities 

• Receive and accession samples into the Laboratory Information System used by BSM
• 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 to evidence sample Chain of Custody (COC)
• Ensure appropriate storage and transfer of each physical sample through the entire sample management lifecycle
• Perform sample disposition management (disposal, return)
• 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
• Work independently with a strong understanding of underlying processes and excellent time management capabilities
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or other senior BSM staff
• 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)
• All other duties as assigned

Core Competencies  

• Job knowledge: performs all functions associated in accordance with standard operating procedures, work orders, protocols, and training guides
• Quality standards: delivers high quality work, free from defects
• Productivity: may sometimes require assistance to prioritize and organize work effectively to meet assigned deadlines and turnaround times
• Dependability: carries out assigned tasks within the department. Attends all department meetings and communicates barriers to schedule availability.  
• High impact team player: identifies and presents solutions to roadblocks. Individual actively participates and provides feedback in a way that fosters a positive work environment.
• Time management: accurately updates timecard by designated due date.  Adheres to guidelines in the employee handbook. 

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Other)

Required

• 1+ years of experience working in a clinical laboratory performing CLIA high complexity testing or working with clinical samples in a regulated laboratory 
• High School Diploma/ Associate degree

Preferred

• 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

• The job involves working in a laboratory handling human biological specimens.
• Employees work on assigned shifts which may include late evenings and weekends.
• Occasional flexibility and willingness to work more than assigned hours is expected.

Physical Requirements

• Individuals are required to sit or stand for much of the workday and perform data entry into computer systems
• Individuals must be able to lift up to 30 lbs
• Individuals must be able to wear personal protective gear correctly while in the laboratory 

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $22.74 - $27.79

Other compensation elements include:

• equity grant
• bonus eligible