Laboratory Technician - Material Handler; JPC

Overview

Join the HJF Team! HJF is seeking a Lab Technician I (Material Handler) to provide support for a joint Department of Defense (DoD) and Veterans Affairs (VA) project to protect and archive pathologic materials. The successful candidate will sort, file, and store materials associated with this project. The position will be in support of the John P. Murtha Cancer Center located at the Joint Pathology Center in Silver Spring, MD.

The John P. Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed Bethesda is a modern, patient-centric, tri-service military healthcare facility. HJF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine and supports scientific programs that benefit service members and civilians.

• May also work in the central tissue grossing laboratory where they will assist professional staff in preparing formalin-fixed tissue for further laboratory processing; open and process large bulk shipments from contributors for accessioning; clean all laboratory equipment and workstations; and process remaining tissue for disposition or permanent storage.
• Sorts and files materials received and acknowledges in computer system by The Joint Pathology Center JPC accession number.
• Pulls materials from files upon authorized request, enters transfer of all materials in the computer tracking system, and forwards to requester.
• Assists in performance of periodic audits of the repository files to identify lost or misplaced materials.
• Loads and unloads shipments of materials as they are received or shipped.
• Establishes and maintains stock records and other documents, such as inventory, material control, accounting and supply reports. Conducts quality assurance inspections of assigned areas and responds to quality assurance issues per regulatory requirements.
• Performs quality control for all equipment, and follows established methods, procedures and requirements for effective storage, distribution and protection of equipment, stressing safety and security.
• Assists with implementation of policies and procedures to resolve issues concerning the issuance, turn in, re-distribution and delivery of accountable equipment. Assists professional staff as required in processing or locating required materials.
• Transports patient material, both active and inactive, between operational locations.
• Conducts inventory, maintenance and stock rotation of all equipment and supplies. Implement inspection program to monitor logistical preparation, and follow established procedures affecting documentation, maintenance, preservation, utilization, and disposition of supplies. Ensures SOPs are reviewed and updated accordingly.
• The contract employee will be responsible for material accountability as well as performing functions related to the survey and disposition of excess material and equipment.
• Process incoming microscopic glass slides, paraffin blocks, and formalin-fixed tissues for appropriate identification, computer inventory acknowledgement, filing, and storage. Retrieve materials upon authorized request, enter tracking information in computer inventory system, and forward materials to authorized requesters.
• The work involves processes including requirements determination, material distribution, and procurement authorization.
• The employee is responsible for supply and logistical support for one or more areas within the Joint Pathology Center.
• Maintains cleanliness of tissue resealing area and all associated equipment.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor, including attendance at and participation in required training for the role.

• Associates Degree
• Minimum of 0-2 years' experience required

• Some warehousing experience to include the processing of incoming materials for storage and pulling materials from inventory.
• Knowledge of organization and regulations as they apply to the Defense Supply System, including but not limited to:
  Defense Small Purchase Procedures, Supply Instructions, and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Knowledge of medical/pharmaceutical terminology and numbering systems sufficient to identify products used regularly in a hospital environment.
• Knowledge of supply automation systems, procurement procedures, and office software applications in order to update/retrieve data and create/manage database information.
• Knowledge of computer applications, e.g., word processing, email, spreadsheets, and data entry techniques are essential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T3 secret clearance.

• Lifting:
  Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
• Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects

• This position will take place primarily in a warehouse/laboratory setting.
• This position is 100% onsite Monday-Friday 1pm-9:30pm ET.

• The hourly pay range for this position is $18.25-$21.63. Actual hourly pay will be…