Logistics Technician I

NeoGenomics; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NeoGenomics is hiring a Logistics Technician I for our Aliso Viejo, CA lab. You will ensure proper handling of specimens received and prepare them for testing, performing data entry and document scanning. This is an entry-level role in the logistics category, handling a full range of specimen processing procedures.

The position requires attention to detail, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and basic MS Office skills. Schedule is Friday–Tuesday, 12:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Ability to sit for long periods during shift.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and maneuver heavy packages with equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receives specimens for testing and ensures proper handling according to procedures.
• Performs quality assurance checks on incoming or outgoing samples.
• Returns slides and blocks to clients and tracks chain of custody.
• Uses block room/slide logs to manage custody and QC workflow.
• Identifies quality or compliance concerns and initiates corrective actions.
• Coordinates with other departments to resolve problems and logs movements of specimens.

Skills

Physical stamina

Manual handling

Data entry accuracy

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.

We believe in career development and empowering our employees. Not only do we provide career coaches internally, but we offer many training opportunities to expand your knowledge base! We have highly competitive benefits with a variety of HMO and PPO options. We have company 401k match along with an Employee Stock Purchase Program. We have tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and even start employees off with 16 days of paid time off plus holidays. We offer wellness courses and have highly engaged employee resource groups. Come join the Neo team and be part of our amazing World Class Culture!

NeoGenomics is looking for a Logistics Technician I based out of our lab in Aliso Viejo, CA who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow.

Schedule:

Friday-Tuesday 12pm-8:30pm

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Position Summary:

The Logistics 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, and scanning documents. This is entry level in the Logistics job category, and employees perform the full range of specimen processing procedures.

Core Responsibilities:

• Receives specimens for testing
• Remains informed of all procedure changes pertaining to sample processing
• Performs quality assurance checks of incoming or outgoing samples.
• Returns slides and blocks to clients
• 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
• Follow Department’s procedures including specimen routing and handling. Recognize and take appropriate action in response to missing or lost blocks/slides and communicate these to Lead, Supervisor or Manager. Implement lost block/slide process to locate missing blocks/slides as required
• Works effectively with other departments to resolve and troubleshoot problems
• Uses company platforms to effectively communicate with internal staff
• Maintains or assists in maintaining inventory of the department, common lab, general office, and/or kitchen supplies
• Assists management and technical staff with administrative duties as needed
• Uses company platforms to log movement of specimens into the Block Room and transfers to other departments as needed
• Manages Block Room Queue and emails for incidents and other department needs
• Pulls block(s)/Slide(s) as needed for Global/Archive necessities

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, on a consistent basis, to sit during shift, excluding meal and rest period
• Ability to move and lift 50 pounds and maneuver packages of any weight above 50 pounds with appropriate equipment and