Lab Data Entry Specialist: Fast-Paced & Detail-Driven

ALS; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Data Entry Clerk to accurately enter data from customers into our laboratory information management systems. You will handle 200+ samples daily, follow SOPs, and support lab operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 0–3 years lab experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends in a fast-paced environment. Join a global team dedicated to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 0–3 years of laboratory experience is preferred.
• Strong 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.
• 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

Microsoft Office

LIMS

Data entry accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Excel

Internet reference libraries

Job description

ALS is seeking a Data Entry Clerk to accurately enter data from customers into our laboratory information management systems. You will handle 200+ samples daily, follow SOPs, and support lab operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 0–3 years lab experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends in a fast-paced environment. Join a global team dedicated to quality and safety.