Clinical Lab Associate I

Tempus AI · Vertical AI · Chicago, IL

Clinical Lab Associate responsible for sample returns and sendouts, utilizing laboratory software, managing specimens, and ensuring documentation compliance with HIPAA regulations.

What you'd actually do

  1. Utilize laboratory software to create and manage batches for organizing specimens designated for return.
  2. Use the laboratory asset management system to accurately locate FFPE specimens.
  3. Coordinate efficient specimen returns and send-outs to custodian pathology laboratories and Tempus partners.
  4. Monitor and prioritize high-urgency requests and audits to support customer retention and satisfaction.
  5. Sort, file, and maintain long-term storage of FFPE specimens in accordance with laboratory protocols.

Skills

Required

  • Laboratory software utilization
  • Specimen management
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Issue resolution

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Highly organized
  • Systematic
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy
  • Initiative
  • Ability to work as part of a high-level team
  • Ability to work independently on mission-critical tasks
  • Proven ability to learn new skills quickly
  • Adapt to new processes smoothly
  • Computer proficiency
  • Familiarity of standard office equipment and technology

What the JD emphasized

  • HIPAA regulations