About the Job

The Specimen Return Specialist I is responsible for the day-to-day operation of FMI’s Specimen Return process. This position is instrumental in the successful operation of the laboratory and, as a result, to the care of patients.

This is a regulated position and additional information may be available from QA on the qualifications for this role pertaining to regulatory guidelines.

Regular onsite work at a designated FMI location is an essential function of this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Process address information provided daily to generate shipping labels.

• Pull blocks and slides (if applicable) for associated reports.

• Sort and file routed FFPE blocks from the Histology area into block storage in chronological order.

• Assemble packages containing the supplied report, block, and shipping label for shipment; affix proper postage to each package in preparation for shipping.

• Update sample tracking system as required.

• Work with Client Services team to expedite block return requests.

• Begin and complete assignments independently with minimal supervision.

• Work in a lab environment where chemicals and reagents are present.

• QC FFPE blocks and place barcode on QC sheet.

• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree

• 1+ year(s) of data entry or data review experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or other advanced education

• 1+ years of experience working in a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) laboratory, clinical lab environment, or other clinical diagnostics setting

• Experience with accessioning and/or anatomic pathology and shipping and receiving processes

• Demonstrated attention to detail

• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once and work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work in laboratory environment in the presence of chemicals and reagents

• Excellent computer/data entry and communication skills

• Strong organizational and documentation skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact constructively with peers/teams and the ability to seek outside resources as needed

• Intermediate computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Understanding of HIPAA and importance of privacy of patient data

• Commitment to reflect FMI's values: passion, patients, innovation, and collaboration

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