Laboratory Technician III - Lead Material Handler

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HJF is seeking a Laboratory Technician III - Lead Material Handler to provide oversight and logistical support for a joint Department of Defense (DoD) and Veterans Affairs (VA) project to protect and archive pathologic materials. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in processing incoming material, managing project inventory, and maintaining adherence to project deliverables.

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. Its comprehensive core of military and civilian oncologists and other cancer-trained clinicians and researchers provide multidisciplinary cancer-care delivery and patient-family support services. Our Cancer Center, the only DoD Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offers its patients access to cutting-edge cancer diagnostic and treatment technologies.

Due to clearance requirements, this role can only consider United States Citizens.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Ensures associates are properly trained and coached to efficiently and effectively perform in cross functional areas of the operation and that they have the appropriate tools and resources to perform tasks assigned.
• 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 a number of processes to include requirements determination, material distribution, and procurement authorization.
• Responsible for supply and logistical support for one or more areas within the Joint Pathology Center.
• Shifts materials within the storage facilities and within the filing equipment to ensure maximum effective utilization of space.
• Packages and/or refreshes formalin fixed tissues as required and monitor repository shelves for any leaking packages. Maintains cleanliness of tissue resealing area and all associated equipment.
• Transports case material from operational locations. Loads and unloads from delivery trucks large shipments of materials and supplies as required. Material Handler shall work at the warehouse facilities at the Forest Glenn Annex in Silver Spring, Maryland.
• Act as subject matter expert regarding specimen relocations and provide required training and guidance to on-site material handlers.
• 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.
• Acknowledges receipt of microscopic glass slides, paraffin blocks, and formalin-fixed tissues in computer tracking system by Joint pathology center (JPC) accession number, ensuring accuracy.
• Troubleshoots issues as they arise and implement efficient and effective resolution.
• 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 computer tracking system, and forwards to requester.
• Performs 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. The Lead Material Handler must ensure the cleanliness within the Aisle Savers by enforcing regular vacuuming and sweeping by associates.
• 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 staff as required in processing or locating required materials.
• Conducts inventory, maintenance and stock rotation of all equipment and supplies. Implements inspection program to monitor logistical preparation, and follows established procedures affecting documentation, maintenance, preservation, utilization, and disposition of supplies. Ensures respective SOP's are reviewed and updated accordingly.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Associates degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6-8 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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, this will include but is 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 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.
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Security Clearance.

Physical Capabilities

• 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.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a warehouse/laboratory setting.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $24.09-$33.65. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.