Processing Tech I, II Clinical Trials and Pharma

Schedule:
7-On/7-Off B week
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Department: Clinic Trials Sample Mgmt - 606

Primary Purpose

Works under general supervision to ensureaccuratereceipt handling shipment manifesting and processing of all research specimens received at ARUPs central position supports Clinical Trials Sample Management (CTSM) operations through shipment manifesting specimen accessioning data entry aliquoting special handling and coordination with internal laboratories and Innovation project management groups. The role requires the ability to process specimens across temperature types ensure proper documentations and compliance with departmental procedures and to support resolution of routine shipping and specimen issues.

About ARUP

ARUP Laboratories is a national clinical and anatomic pathology reference laboratory and an enterprise of the University of Utah and its Department of Pathology. Based in Salt Lake City Utah.

ARUP proudly hires top talent to create a work environment of diversity professional growth and continuous development. Our workforce is committed to the important service we provide to over one million patients each month. We always strive for excellence and have a strong desire to have involvement with the advances in medicine and the role laboratory services plays within each patients life. We never forget that there is a patient behind every specimen we receive.

We are looking for individuals who want to contribute to ARUPs culture of accountability integrity service and excellence. Consider joining our dynamic team.

Essential Functions

Manifesting & Shipment Handling

Open evaluate and process inbound shipments using ARUP shipment tracking applications.

Ensures specimens are prioritized appropriately and processed promptly.

Adds and verifiestemperatureâcontrolmaterials (e.g. dry ice) asappropriate.

Evaluates shipments for late priority temperature compliance and special handling requirements.

Monitors and manages Special Needs Requests Short Stability Reports and flagged specimens.

Distributes Local Room Temperature FedEx and isolated shipments to Innovation teams asrequired.

Processes specimens across all three temperature conditions and routes to automated or manual systems accordingly.

Coordinates with Specimen Processing automated systems or testing laboratories to ensuretimelydelivery.

Specimen Receipt & Processing

Promptly process specimens as they become available following established corporate and departmental procedures.

Evaluates inbound shipments;documentsshipping discrepancies temperature excursions and other specimen acceptability violations.

Ensures all specimens andaccompanyingdocumentationmeetidentification labeling and matching requirements.

Enter patient demographics andaccessionspecimens usingappropriate ARUPapplications ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Orders tests asindicatedon requisitions and processes both manual and electronically transmitted orders.

Properly labelsdeidentifiedspecimens and requisitions.

Verify all specimen identifiers labels and paperworkmatchboth physically and electronically documenting discrepancies per procedure.

Recognizes and appropriately handles all specimen types and prioritizations.

Aliquots specimens using the proper safety equipment and procedures.

Properly documents all specimenreceiptand client provided information per policy.

Processes specimens requiring rerouting or shared handling appropriately.

Operates centrifuges and biological safety cabinets asrequired.

Systems Tools & Documentation

Proficient in ARUP applications including accessioning inquiry shipment tracking checkout and applicable LIS platforms.

Utilizes the Internal Test Directory (ITD) to supportaccessioningand team inquiries.

Uses ARUPautoâorderingapplications to ensureaccurateand complete order uploads.

Maintainsaccuratedocumentation and comments foraccessioningandshipmentrecords.

Quality Safety & Compliance

Adheres to ARUP safety policies specimen handling requirements and PPE standardsin accordance withCDC and OSHA regulations.

Observes data security and patient confidentiality principles.

Maintains ethical standards in interactions with coworkers and visiting clients.

Supports Quality Review activities as assigned.

Maintains department quality productivity and reliability expectations.

Communication & Collaboration

Attends CTSM departmental meetings

Facilitates communication between team members project managers and internal laboratories as needed.

Exercises sound judgment andescalatesissues to senior staff whenappropriate.

General Duties

Ensures workstations are clean stocked and compliant with safety standards.

Performs routine cleaning duties andassistswith departmental projects.

Remains informed of current departmental specimen processing and manifesting procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Physical and Other Requirements

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

Mobility: The person in this position needs to move between work sites and inside the office to access file cabinets office machinery etc.

Effective communication skills

PPE: Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal protective equipment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations and company/departmental policies.

ARUP Policies and Procedures: To conduct self in compliance with all ARUP Policies and Procedures.

Abide by the Code of Conduct as outlined in the ARUP employee handbook.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Fine Motor Control: Picking pinching typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.

Vision: Having close far and peripheral visual acuity to perform a variety of tasks such as make general observations of depth and distance.

Color Vision: Perception of and ability to distinguish colors

Regular and reliable attendance.

Reliable and dependable performance.

Ability to work well with others.

Ability to work all required overtime.