Lab Sample Coordinator I

Company: Labcorp
Location: Madison
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Job Summary:Responsible for coordinating and ensuring samples are processed, stored, and shipped according to protocol requirements.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, label, store, pack and dispatch samples to external laboratories in accordance with federal regulations.
• Learn and apply correct shipping procedures according to international regulations for biohazardous and dangerous goods.
• Complete all related documentation. Tracks and documents PK sample shipments.
• Organize and communicate sample dispatch dates.
• Formulates specimen codes from protocol and prints labels.
• Labels and sets up specimen containers.
• Obtains body substances for testing in the approved manner. These substances may include blood, saliva, sputum, urine, and stool.
• Uses universal precautions when handling specimens.
• Assist with the maintenance, testing, calibration and cleaning of clinical equipment within the Clinical Operations department.
• Monitor temperature and organize refrigerator and freezer space. Arrange for clinical samples to be archived as required.
• Operates and maintains centrifuges, as required.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.Education/Qualifications:Required:
  • High School diploma or equivalentExperience:Required:
    • NoneWorking Conditions:
      • May work with potentially hazardous materials
      • Must be able to see (distinguish colors) and hear.
      • Must have an excellent command of the English language, both oral and written.
      • Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools or controls, including a computer keyboard, for up to 12 hours per day.
      • Must be able to stand and/or bend for up to 12 hours per day.
      • May be required to lift up to 50lbs.Special Factors:
        • Overtime and weekend work as required.Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our

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