NeoGenomics Laboratories·Aliso Viejo, California
The Accessioning Technician is responsible for receiving, sorting, and preparing specimens for laboratory testing. Key duties include data entry into the LIS, matching patient information, and managing the chain of custody for slides and blocks.
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NeoGenomics is looking for an Accessioning Technician who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow.
This is a Temporary-status opportunity working a full-time schedule of Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00am-4:30pm (subject to change based on business needs).
Temp-status workers carry out their duties via a third-party agency and are not official employees of NeoGenomics.
Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics: As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform.
Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.
The Accessioning Technician will ensure proper handling of all specimens received and prepare specimens for laboratory testing. This position includes such functions as matching patient information, data entry, aliquoting, and scanning documents. This is entry level in the Accessioning job category, and employees perform the full range of specimen processing procedures.
Receives and sorts specimens for testing Reviews all requisitions for missing information, works closely with Client Services to obtain missing information in a timely manner and distributes new information to all departments involved Timely and accurately enters data into LIS, label samples and create folders, generate specimen travel documents, and forwards respective sample to personnel/departments Assembles case paperwork and files, including pre-analytic documentation and labels Performs entry of add-on testing and coordinates split specimens Sends out specimens to appropriate reference laboratories by coordinating the shipment process, maintaining client communication, and generating the necessary logs Performs quality assurance checks of samples Utilize chain of custody logs for slides and blocks, ensure appropriate chain of custody for blocks and slides is followed. Oversee Q/C workflow and reconciliation of blocks and the block log Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required Experience, Education and Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent 1+ years of experience equivalent to an Accessioning Technician preferred Proficient with MS Office programs Ability to communicate effectively Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and are preferred to have over one year of experience in accessioning. Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to work in a fast-paced biohazard environment are required.
Market context
In California, accessioning technician openings are often driven by high sample volumes and the need for accurate intake in clinical or lab settings. These roles are competitive because employers look for candidates who can handle a fast-paced biohazard environment, use MS Office confidently, and bring prior accessioning experience; a high school diploma or equivalent is required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your experience with specimen handling and data entry before applying.
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