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Job Title:
Laboratory Technician Central AccessioningAgency:
Department of Public Health
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000003148Shift:
Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:
$47,000Job Description:
Pay Grade: G
This is a FEDERAL GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available grant funds.
Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.
Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.
Job Summary:
Under broad supervision, the Accessioning Laboratory Technician performs a range of duties essential to the accurate and efficient processing of laboratory specimens.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Performs specimen processing in the Central Accessioning Laboratory, ensuring all samples are prepared for testing according to established protocols.
Handles and processes specimens within a Biosafety Cabinet following all safety and contamination-prevention procedures.
Maintains laboratory work areas and equipment to support a clean, safe, and compliant environment.
Works in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting to receive, sort, open, and remove specimens from mailing containers and bags.
Manages workflow within assigned Accessioning Units to ensure all specimens received throughout the day are processed in a timely manner.
Verifies patient identifiers on specimens against corresponding requisition forms, promptly notifying the supervisor or designee of any discrepancies.
Conducts visual inspections of specimens to determine acceptability for processing or testing based on non-technical criteria (e.g., damage, leakage, labeling accuracy, presence of required identifiers).
Investigates discrepancies or issues involving specimens or requisition forms, utilizing available resources to resolve problems effectively.
Ensures requisition forms are accurately time- and date-stamped, specimen temperatures are recorded, and all specimens are handled appropriately based on acceptability standards.
Prepares, packages, and ships specimens designated for send-out testing.
Performs accurate and timely data entry of patient and specimen information.
May provide guidance or oversight to lower-level staff in the absence of the Supervisor or Manager.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certification as a Laboratory Technician
Associate degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least one year of laboratory experience.
Certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of experience in a laboratory setting or a related area, which one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Laboratory Tech 3 (LST032) or position equivalent.--Note: Some positions may require licensure.Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.