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Receiving and Accessioning Technician

thermofisher2,736 open roles

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West Sacramento, California, USA
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Your applicationOpen nowReceiving and Accessioning Technicianthermofisher · West Sacramento, California, USA

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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. thermofisher postings stay open a median of 10 days.

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  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.0%60 days
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thermofisher median: 10 days open

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Shift: 2nd Shift Monday - Friday

Pay: $19 -$25

Responsibilities

Specimen Receipt and Verification:

  • Receive and log incoming specimens and samples.
  • Verify specimen information against intake documents and manifests.
  • Ensure specimens are correctly labeled and meet submission criteria.
  • Enter data and QC sample information both manually and electronically.
  • Knowledge of how to resolve sample and document discrepancies. Work with other team members to collect information as needed.
  • Prepare specimens for laboratory testing.

Accessioning:

  • Accurately enter specimen information into the laboratory documentation management solutions, LIMS or scans.
  • Assign unique accession numbers to each specimen to include labeling specimens for testing and or shipment
  • Facilitate specimens to the appropriate workflows for downstream testing.
  • Maintain required logs representing current samples in for testing

Quality Control:

  • Inspect specimens for proper collection, labeling, and packaging.
  • Identify and document any discrepancies or issues with specimens.
  • Communicate with program management or client services to resolve specimen-related issues.
  • Perform quality checks on all deliverables to customers. Partner with other employees to ensure a second QC check when required.

Sample Preparation:

  • Centrifuge, aliquot, and prepare samples as required for testing.
  • Ensure proper storage conditions for different types of specimens.
  • Maintain chain of custody for all specimens.
  • Prepare and/or QC shipments going to external sites.

Documentation and Compliance:

  • Maintain accurate and complete records of specimen receipt and processing.
  • Adhere to all laboratory safety and quality control protocols.
  • Comply with regulatory requirements and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Communication:

  • Liaise with laboratory staff regarding specimen status and issues.
  • Assistance and support to laboratory personnel as needed.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction throughout laboratory processing
  • Primary customer contact for all laboratory tests and clinical trial testing.
  • Ensure all customer needs are met from sample delivery to final reporting and end of testing deliverables.
  • Ensure that policies and procedures in area of responsibility reflect current practice.

Inventory Management:

  • Monitor and manage supplies related to specimen receiving and processing.
  • Order and restock supplies as necessary.

Continuous Improvement:

  • Participate in training and continuing education to stay current.
  • Train other personnel as required.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the laboratory.

Qualifications and Experiences:

  • High School diploma, Associates (AA or AS) degree is strongly preferred.
  • 1+ year experience equivalent to a Receiving and Accessioning Technician; or equivalent combination of education and experience in related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years Customer Service experience required

Skills:

  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills, Word, Excel
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, HIPAA and medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of working with potentially biohazardous specimens
  • Positive can-do attitude and the ability to be flexible in a fast-paced and evolving work environment

What We Offer:

Compensation Competitive Pay Performance Related Bonus where eligible Annual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits Medical benefits Paid Time Off/Annual Leave Employee Referral Bonus Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $19.25–$28.88.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

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