Specimen Accessioner

Specimen accessioners will be responsible for performing specimen accessioning, sample sorting and data entry. All policies will be followed for Privacy and OSHA for safety in the work Environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assemble testing kits for collections
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures
• Verifies patient identification, verifies all tests ordered and completes all required demographic data and requisitions
• Contacts client to retrieve any missing data including tracing
• Maintains a clean & safe work environment
• Understands compliance protocols and (PHI/HIPAA)
• Notifies their Site Manager of any incidents or issues immediately
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective Laboratory section
• Ensures all patient specimens received match the corresponding requisitions and are in compliance with receiving guidelines
• Accurately entering patient information into the LIS system
• Adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure integrity of laboratory specimens and accurate data entry
• Provides a smooth workflow within the laboratory that facilitates the accurate and timely accessioning of cases received and forwarding them on to the appropriate laboratory section for testing
• Follows proper incident procedures in the event of an accident, specimen breakage, specimen spill, and patient injury
• Complies with OSH and DEP regulations regarding barrier protection, sharps disposal, hazardous waste disposal (retaining manifests), and proper specimen transport
• Completes annual training and completes continuing education training
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma
• 1 year of related experience in a clinical laboratory
• Strong time management, work ethic, critical thinking, and analytical skills with high detail orientation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person