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(Shift : 11 AM - 7 PM)

General Summary:

Responsible for specimen accessioning, specimen preparation, computer data entry and reporting, quality assurance surveys, routine laboratory assignments, and any other tasks assigned by the Director. Provides training to staff on accessioning policies/procedures and assists in developing related policies/procedures. Responsible for supply inventory reports/audits. Responsible for timely compliance with all Network programs and policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

+ Performs specimen accession procedures according to the Laboratory Procedures Manual.

+ Performs crosscheck of specimens accessioned by colleagues.

+ Distributes and stores specimens appropriately.

+ Contacts transplant programs and dialysis centers to follow-up on specimens with discrepancies.

+ Receives and responds to incoming requests by phone, fax, and/or email.

+ Provides training and guidance to new and existing staff on accessioning bench procedures.

+ Assists in the development and editing of accessioning policies/protocols.

+ Responsible for general accessioning supply inventory , including quarterly inventory audits.

+ Receives supplies, and places the supplies in appropriate storage areas.

+ Plans, implements, and reports at quarterly QA meetings on specified metrics.

+ Reads, understands and complies with Network and Laboratory policies and procedures, N.J., CAP, ASHI and UNOS regulations and standards.

+ Maintains equipment and facilities in a clean and orderly manner. Observes all Network and Laboratory safety precautions.

+ May assist with report prep to assist the specialists.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

+ High School Diploma or equivalent required.

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Biology or related science studies preferred.

+ Must participate in 7 hours of approved continuing education activities per year to maintain current knowledge and skills in the field.

+ Must accept assignment to any shift as determined by the director to be in the best interest of the laboratory’s duty to the patients.

Pay Range:

Hourly: $24.83 - $37.25

This salary range is based on our market pay structures. Individual compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to business needs, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications such as skills, licenses, certifications, education, and experience.

Benefits Package:

NJ Sharing Network offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts (FSA); an employee assistance program (EAP); life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick days, and company-recognized holidays; a 401(k) plan; tuition reimbursement; a transit program; and much more.

New Jersey Organ and Tissue Sharing Network (NJ Sharing Network) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age. sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or disability or any other class protected by Federal, State or Local laws.