Laboratory Operations Specialist I (2nd Shift)

Caris Life Sciences - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Phoenix, AZ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Laboratory Operations Specialist I plays a crucial role in the laboratory testing process by facilitating the movement of patient samples and supporting various clerical and ancillary duties. This position involves operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring quality control, and collaborating with multiple departments to ensure efficient workflow and accurate testing.

Responsibilities

• Print slides for microtomy and order H&E tests.
• Transport cases between departments as needed.
• File cases in proper accession number and/or activation date order.
• Label slides based on ordered tests and triage slides to the Molecular and IHC departments for testing.
• Match stained H&Es with their corresponding IHCs, NFRs, and unstained slides, verify sample labeling, and distribute materials to the IHC and Pathology departments.
• File glass slides in proper accession number order after IHC/ISH interpretation by a Pathologist.
• Retrieve slides from storage for clinical and/or research testing.
• Monitor the department email inbox and address inquiries in a timely manner.
• Document case activities within the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and SharePoint database.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Properly and safely dispose of hazardous waste.
• Work cross-functionally with various departments.
• Ensure quality by confirming sample labeling and documentation match the LIS.
• Assist with other related duties and special projects as required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including criminal background check, drug screening, and reference verification.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous medical field or laboratory experience.