Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client is a leading biotechnology company that combines technological insight with world-class manufacturing scientific expertise and process excellence and helps their customers to deliver new and innovative medicines that help treat a wide range of diseases. Our client specializes in pharmaceutical ingredients Bioscience Biopharmaceuticals Custom manufacturing Biotechnology Life science ingredients Nutrition Microbial Control Agriculture Materials Science Personal Care and cell and gene therapy.
Job Title: Assistant Lab Technician
Location: West Sacramento - 95605
Duration: 12 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Shift: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Summary
- This role involves handling and preparing specimens for laboratory testing ensuring accurate data entry and documentation and serving as the primary point of contact for customers.
- The position requires maintaining compliance with laboratory policies ensuring customer satisfaction from sample receipt through final reporting and supporting team members in delivering high-quality compliant results.
Key Responsibilities:
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Proper handling of received specimens
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Prepare specimens for laboratory testing
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Enter and QC sample information in LIMS; scan supporting documents
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Review test requisition forms and shipment manifests to verify documentation against samples
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Resolve sample and documentation discrepancies collaborating with team members as needed
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Ensure customer satisfaction throughout laboratory processing
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Route specimens to appropriate workflows for downstream testing
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Serve as primary customer contact for all laboratory tests (clinical pharma and clinical trial)
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Manage customer needs from kit/sample delivery to final reporting
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Maintain complaint log and escalate issues to leadership
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Ensure policies and procedures reflect current practice
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Maintain accurate billing and reimbursement records for clinical samples
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Maintain accurate logs of current samples in testing
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Perform quality checks on deliverables; coordinate second QC check when required
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Train other personnel as needed
Required Skills:
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High School diploma (Associates degree strongly preferred)
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1 year of experience as an Accessioning Technician or equivalent role
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Minimum 2 years of customer service experience
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Proficiency in computer skills (Word Excel information systems)
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and HIPAA
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Experience handling potentially biohazardous specimens
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Knowledge of medical terminology
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Positive adaptable and flexible attitude in a fast-paced evolving work environment
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Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail under pressure
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Previous training or mentorship experience in a laboratory settin
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.