Specimen Shipping Specialist I
NeoGenomics Laboratories
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Aliso Viejo, CA
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Posted March 26, 2026
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- Receives specimens for testing
- Remains informed of all procedure changes pertaining to sample processing
- Performs quality assurance checks of incoming or outgoing samples.
- Returns slides and blocks to clients
- Utilize chain of custody logs for slides and blocks, ensure appropriate chain of custody for blocks and slides is followed.
- Oversee Q/C workflow and reconciliation of blocks and the block log
- Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required
- Follow Department’s procedures including specimen routing and handling.
- Recognize and take appropriate action in response to missing or lost blocks/slides and communicate these to Lead, Supervisor or Manager.
- Implement lost block/slide process to locate missing blocks/slides as required
- Works effectively with other departments to resolve and troubleshoot problems Requirements:
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Shift time: Sunday to Thursday 9:30am to 6:00pm Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics: Position Summary: The Logistics Technician will ensure proper handling of all specimens received and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
Ability, on a consistent basis, to sit during shift, excluding meal and rest period
Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements; evenings, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime
Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual.
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Requirements
- 1+ years of experience equivalent to an Accessioning Technician preferred
- Proficient with MS Office programs
- Ability, on a consistent basis, to sit during shift, excluding meal and rest period
- Ability to move and lift 50 pounds and maneuver packages of any weight above 50 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person
- Ability, on a consistent basis, to bend/twist at the waist and knees
- Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements; evenings, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime
- Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual.
Preferred Skills
- 1+ years of experience equivalent to an Accessioning Technician preferred
Education
- (Not required) – High School Diploma or equivalent
Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity. We believe in career development and empowering our employees. Not only do we provide career coaches internally, but we offer many training opportunities to expand your knowledge base! We have highly competitive benefits with a variety of HMO and PPO options. We have company 401k match along with an Employee Stock Purchase Program. We have tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and even start employees off with 16 days of paid time off plus holidays. We offer wellness courses and have highly engaged employee resource groups. Come join the Neo team and be part of our amazing World Class Culture! NeoGenomics is looking for a Specimen Shipping Specialist I based out of our lab in Aliso Viejo, CA who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow. Shift time: Sunday to Thursday 9:30am to 6:00pm Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics: Position Summary: The Logistics Technician will ensure proper handling of all specimens received and prepare specimens for laboratory testing. This position includes such functions as matching patient information, data entry, and scanning documents. This is entry level in the Logistics job category, and employees perform the full range of specimen processing procedures. Core Responsibilities:
Receives specimens for testing
Remains informed of all procedure changes pertaining to sample processing
Performs quality assurance checks of incoming or outgoing samples.
Returns slides and blocks to clients
Utilize chain of custody logs for slides and blocks, ensure appropriate chain of custody for blocks and slides is followed. Oversee Q/C workflow and reconciliation of blocks and the block log
Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required
Follow Department’s procedures including specimen routing and handling. Recognize and take appropriate action in response to missing or lost blocks/slides and communicate these to Lead, Supervisor or Manager. Implement lost block/slide process to locate missing blocks/slides as required
Works effectively with other departments to resolve and troubleshoot problems Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
1+ years of experience equivalent to an Accessioning Technician preferred
Proficient with MS Office programs
Ability, on a consistent basis, to sit during shift, excluding meal and rest period
Ability to move and lift 50 pounds and maneuver packages of any weight above 50 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person
Ability, on a consistent basis, to bend/twist at the waist and knees
Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements; evenings, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime
Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual.
Receives specimens for testing
Remains informed of all procedure changes pertaining to sample processing
Performs quality assurance checks of incoming or outgoing samples.
Returns slides and blocks to clients
Utilize chain of custody logs for slides and blocks, ensure appropriate chain of custody for blocks and slides is followed. Oversee Q/C workflow and reconciliation of blocks and the block log
Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required
Follow Department’s procedures including specimen routing and handling. Recognize and take appropriate action in response to missing or lost blocks/slides and communicate these to Lead, Supervisor or Manager. Implement lost block/slide process to locate missing blocks/slides as required
Works effectively with other departments to resolve and troubleshoot problems Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
1+ years of experience equivalent to an Accessioning Technician preferred
Proficient with MS Office programs
Ability, on a consistent basis, to sit during shift, excluding meal and rest period
Ability to move and lift 50 pounds and maneuver packages of any weight above 50 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person
Ability, on a consistent basis, to bend/twist at the waist and knees
Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements; evenings, weekends, holidays, on call and overtime
Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual.