Specimen Processing Specialist II
Fulgent Genetics, Coppell, TX, United States
Summary of Position
The Specimen Processing Specialist II is responsible for general support functions within the Specimen Processing Department. All functions must be performed with confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner. This position is critical to quality for customer satisfaction. The department is a production environment, with emphasis on productivity/quality standards and departmental completion times.
Key Job Elements
Verify patient demographics, physician data, tests requested, time and date of collection, appropriate clinical information and all other pertinent data found on laboratory request forms.
Identify problems with specimen types, missing information etc. and engage Client Services department to resolve them.
Accurately enter patient information into laboratory information system (LIS).
Demonstrate ability to learn assigned job duties, and develop an understanding of how all functions in Specimen Processing fit together.
Qualifications
High School degree or equivalent required.
2+ years previous laboratory and medical data entry experience.
High attention to detail and focus on quality are strictly required.
Knowledge of medical terminology and medications.
Typing speed of at least 45 words per minute with a high accuracy rate.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Ability to decipher various forms of handwriting.
Excellent skills in English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Maintains composure while working under pressure.
Reflect good judgment at all times when determining what action to take when resolving problems.
Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required.
Lab Specific Qualifications
Visual acuity (including color discrimination) and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.
Ability to tolerate extensive periods seated and/or standing.
Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and bio‑hazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment.
May be required to handle blood‑borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents; handle live human specimens, tissues, and bodily fluid.
Reporting to Manager Support Services / Manager Specimen Processing
Environment Fulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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Key Job Elements
Verify patient demographics, physician data, tests requested, time and date of collection, appropriate clinical information and all other pertinent data found on laboratory request forms.
Identify problems with specimen types, missing information etc. and engage Client Services department to resolve them.
Accurately enter patient information into laboratory information system (LIS).
Demonstrate ability to learn assigned job duties, and develop an understanding of how all functions in Specimen Processing fit together.
Qualifications
High School degree or equivalent required.
2+ years previous laboratory and medical data entry experience.
High attention to detail and focus on quality are strictly required.
Knowledge of medical terminology and medications.
Typing speed of at least 45 words per minute with a high accuracy rate.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Ability to decipher various forms of handwriting.
Excellent skills in English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Maintains composure while working under pressure.
Reflect good judgment at all times when determining what action to take when resolving problems.
Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required.
Lab Specific Qualifications
Visual acuity (including color discrimination) and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.
Ability to tolerate extensive periods seated and/or standing.
Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and bio‑hazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment.
May be required to handle blood‑borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents; handle live human specimens, tissues, and bodily fluid.
Reporting to Manager Support Services / Manager Specimen Processing
Environment Fulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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