Clinical Laboratory Associate

Hologic; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is looking for a Clinical Laboratory Associate to manage specimen reception and data entry processes in a fast-paced environment. This role demands attention to detail and the ability to work independently, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in data entry essential.
• Medical background or experience in laboratory setting required.
• Ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receives and prepares clinical packages for testing.
• Performs data entry of the patient orders into laboratory information system.
• Handles specimen returns and send-outs to reference laboratory.

Skills

Detail oriented

Excellent typing skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Clinical Laboratory Associate will be responsible for specimen receipt, accessioning, specimen returns, reference lab send-outs and other lab support processes in a Clinical Laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Receives and opens clinical packages to prepare the order for testing.
• Identifies order/ specimen problems and works with Client Services and other departments for resolution.
• Performs data entry of the patient orders into laboratory information system (LIS).
• Handles specimen returns and send-outs to reference laboratory.
• Performs other routine laboratory support production activities.
• Follows laboratory’s procedures and CLIA, CAP, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines for all of the above processes.
• Performs other clerical and administrative functions within the laboratory operations, and as directed by laboratory management.
• Work schedule may be modified.

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1-2 years of experience in data entry
• Medical background or experience in a laboratory setting
• Detail oriented with regards to data entry and excellent typing skills
• Able to work productively, effectively, and independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks systems simultaneously Required Training/Certification:
• On the job training including, but not limited to: HIPAA, and safety procedures.

The annualized base salary range for this role is $41,600 - $62,400 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.

Agency and Third Party Recruiter Notice:
Agencies that submit a resume to Hologic must have a current executed Hologic Agency Agreement executed by a member of the Human Resource Department. In addition Agencies may only submit candidates to positions for which they have been invited to do so by a Hologic Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to the Hologic Recruiter under these terms
or they will not be considered.

Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer inclusive of disability and veterans.