Data Entry Clerk

Actalent - Hackensack, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Hackensack, NJ

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Data Entry Clerk position at Actalent involves processing incoming samples and accurately inputting data into the laboratory information system. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to handle various specimen types while maintaining departmental production goals. This is a full-time, on-site position primarily focused on data entry and specimen processing in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Take incoming samples and input data into the computer system.
• Create labeling for samples and handle enclosed samples with PPE.
• Receive, identify, label, and process specimens as required.
• Label specimen containers, slides, and other materials submitted by clients.
• Multi-task between different types of requisitions.
• Maintain departmental production goals to ensure consistent specimen flow to labs.
• Review, transcribe, and enter demographic and specimen data with 100% accuracy.
• Recognize specimen problems and refer to designated personnel.
• File requisition slips, glass slides, and paraffin blocks as needed.
• Perform supply maintenance and clean-up duties to assist workflow.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Passing typing test of at least 7500 keystrokes per hour with 95% accuracy or higher.
• Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Previous overnight experience preferred.
• Medical scribe experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive pay for day and night shifts.
• Opportunities for growth within the company.