Data Entry Clerk I: Fast-Paced Lab Data

ALS; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Data Entry Clerk to input customer data from labels and forms into our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). You will ensure accuracy, follow SOPs, and support lab operations with 200+ samples daily. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment and interact with customers by phone or email as needed.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, 0–3 years lab data entry experience, and proficiency with MS Office and LIMS. Overtime and weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• 0–3 years of laboratory experience is preferred
• Must have good computer skills, including Microsoft Office products, LIMS, and Internet based reference libraries.
• The ability to accurately enter 200+ samples daily by the end of our training period.
• The ability to learn all applicable Data Entry procedures.
• Attention to detail and good communication skills.
• High energy level, confidence and ability to thrive in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work overtime, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter data received from customers into company database.
• Follow departmental guidelines for all data loaded.
• Modify data periodically as prescribed by customers.
• Follow instructions by supervisor.
• Follow standard operating procedures.
• Send “problem” samples to customer service for resolution.
• Notify lab of changes to test packages, special testing requests, and/or priority testing (rush analysis).
• Efficiently process 200+ samples daily.
• Answer phones and assist customers as needed.
• Correct samples that are logged incorrectly and work with lab to ensure correct tests are performed.
• Receive, open and tray up all samples received each day.
• Effectively research reminders generated by diagnosis and fix samples if needed.
• Assist with storage and disposal of client samples.
• Compile, sort and verify the accuracy of data before it is entered.
• Enter data received from customers accurately.
• Follow departmental guidelines for all data loaded.
• Modify data periodically as prescribed by guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

MS Office

LIMS

Communication

Typing speed

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

LIMS software

MS Office

Job description

ALS is seeking a Data Entry Clerk to input customer data from labels and forms into our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). You will ensure accuracy, follow SOPs, and support lab operations with 200+ samples daily. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment and interact with customers by phone or email as needed.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, 0–3 years lab data entry experience, and proficiency with MS Office and LIMS. Overtime and weekend availability may be required.