Clinical Laboratory Coordinator

Clinical Laboratory Coordinator I

HematoLogics was founded in 1995 with the goal of assembling a group of people who are passionate about the application of advanced technologies to diagnosing and managing patients with leukemia or lymphoma. We are at the forefront of medical diagnostics for hematologic malignancies and are dedicated to outstanding quality and patient care. The interdisciplinary application technical integration and understanding of multiple technologies are the foundation for our exceptional service to our clients as well as ongoing learning opportunities for our team members.

Our shared HematoLogics mission is to learn and innovate through teamwork changing medicine for the future. We actively work together to create a positive enjoyable and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Comprehensive management of client phone calls including skillful handling of complex medical inquiries requiring thorough assessment skills and knowledge of appropriate laboratory specimen testing requirements
• Coordinating receiving process in partnership with administrative support team (i.e. FedEx UPS local couriers)
• Receiving and accessioning of patient specimens including making initial aliquot tubes for splits
• Triaging of testing in highly complex situations necessitating client communication
• Review test requisitions for pertinent details regarding test orders prior to accessioning
• Processing of paraffin block/slide returns
• Performing laboratory support duties including filing specimen label making unpacking supplies collating/labeling slides or files for staff hematopathologists archiving scanning set up forms etc. with direction of the team lead supervisor and/or director
• Support billing process including sharing and knowledge of CPT code with clients when necessary
• Maintaining laboratory inventory and checking in laboratory supplies
• Scan documents and paperwork for report finalization as required
• Perform various aspects of the wet lab processes as permitted and as directed by assigned lead supervisor and/or director
• Prepare and label reagents perform the appropriate quality control and document daily performance criteria of reagents and equipment
• Full knowledge of and adherence to the laboratorys quality assurance policies including documentation of quality assurance activities
• Quality management activities and responsibilities under direction of the designated lead
• Comply with company policies and procedures
• Aliquoting of specimens for sections as appropriate under the direction of lead supervisor and/or director to be adjusted to appropriate skill level and experience
• Assist in managing study archives and associated laboratory and data entry responsibilities
• Weekday shift Monday through Friday (will include Saturday rotations as scheduled with flex time off); Tentative shift hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (subject to change defined by assigned duties)

Qualifications:

• A Bachelors degree in a chemical physical or biological science is preferred but not required. An Associate of Science degree and/or equivalent professional experience will be strongly considered
• A strong fit for this position will be applicants who have an ability to provide a high level of attention to detail and demonstrates consistent excellence in organizational skills and time management.
• Ability to complete tasks successfully and efficiently as delegated by Lead/Supervisor/Director
• Experience in a clinical laboratory preferred
• Works successfully in a team environment and independently
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Passion for supporting a team that provides high-quality and industry-leading diagnostic services as well as patient care

HematoLogics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request an approval of accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application please communicate this need to Human Resources by emailing.

Full-time physical presence at our Seattle laboratory is an essential job function of this role.

Compensation & Benefits Package:

HematoLogics offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes medical vision and dental insurance with 100% of monthly premiums paid by the company for employees and 50% of premiums paid for an employees spouse/partner/dependents. Long-term disability coverage is provided with 100% of monthly premiums paid for by the company. We offer up to 6% match at 6 months tenure and beyond for 401K contributions by the employee.

We offer 12 days of vacation (on an accrual basis) 10 days of sick time (front-loaded at the time of your start date) and 11 paid holidays. We offer tuition reimbursement anniversary awards profit-sharing bonuses 100% coverage of ORCA card or $50 per month onsite parking and a variety of other benefits to recognize our teams meaningful contributions to patient care and the company.

Required Experience:

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