Accessioning Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Oversee the sample entry area of the laboratory, including logging specimens into appropriate databases and rejection logs
• Receive, sort, and accession all biological specimens sent to the laboratory
• Ensure accurate labeling, proper handling, and documentation of all specimens
• Serve as an expert on accessioning policies within Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), specifically Cerner LabSeq and Epic Beaker
• Maintain accurate and organized records in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements
• Communicate effectively with ordering providers, vendors, and laboratory staff regarding pre-analytical details
• Identify and document non-conformities in workflows and support quality improvement initiatives
• Perform occasional specimen transport, including picking up and returning slides and specimens from various locations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience
• Two years of related experience in a clinical or laboratory setting
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with Epic, Epic Beaker, or Cerner LabSeq systems

About the Company

Columbia University is a world-class research institution. This position is located within the Division of Personalized Genomic Medicine in the Department of Pathology & Cell Biology at the Columbia University Medical Center.