Lab Specimen Access Specialist I

Actalent; Kansas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Accessioner I for our Wichita, KS lab team. The role focuses on processing blood and other specimens, entering data into LIMS, and ensuring accurate labeling and documentation.

Day-to-day tasks include triaging specimens, cataloging samples, and supporting laboratory professionals to maintain data integrity. We value meticulous accuracy, the ability to work both independently and with others, and comfort handling biological materials.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of laboratory or healthcare experience.
• Accurate data entry with strong attention to detail.
• Able to meet deadlines with precision in sample handling.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to learn LIMS and laboratory workflows.

Responsibilities

• Receive and triage all specimens for clinical testing, including blood, urine, tissue, and other sample types.
• Verify specimen information and ensure accurate labeling and documentation for each sample.
• Catalog and organize patient specimens to support efficient and accurate laboratory analysis.
• Manage clinical information within the LIMS database by entering, updating, and maintaining accurate data.
• Perform internal audits of clinical charts to ensure data integrity and compliance with laboratory procedures.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure testing accuracy and timely processing of specimens.
• Follow established laboratory protocols and quality standards for specimen handling and data entry.
• Prioritize workload to meet deadlines and support timely reporting of laboratory results.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to support overall laboratory operations.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independence

LIMS familiarity

Education

AS or BS in biological sciences preferred

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Accessioner I for our Wichita, KS lab team. The role focuses on processing blood and other specimens, entering data into LIMS, and ensuring accurate labeling and documentation.

Day-to-day tasks include triaging specimens, cataloging samples, and supporting laboratory professionals to maintain data integrity. We value meticulous accuracy, the ability to work both independently and with others, and comfort handling biological materials.