Accessioner

Job Description

Assists laboratory personnel in daily accessioning activities. Performs pre-analytical processing of specimens and a variety of clerical duties in support of department.

Job Responsibility

• * Performs pre-analytical processing of specimens and clerical duties including, but not limited to:
  
  
  
  • Receives, sorts and performs accurate data entry for all specimens entering the laboratory.
  • Receives and processes written/electronic requests from physicians for routine, STAT and/or special laboratory tests.
  • Follows appropriate handling requirements for specific specimens.
  • Identifies and documents situations that may adversely impact test performance or reporting of results. Notifies management of situation.
  • Rejects incorrect or inappropriate specimens.Retests using the same or alternate methods.
  
  
• * Performs a variety of clerical duties in support of department.
  
  
  
  • Answers, screens and directs phone calls received in Laboratory.
  • Retrieves, prints and faxes test results and cumulative reports utilizing the Laboratory computer system (LIS).
  • Processes and files form requests, records, receipts, and related laboratory paperwork.
  • Generates daily pending log and other reports, as required by management.
  • Assists in training new employees, as directed by management
  
  
• Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Proficiency in Medical Terminology, required.
• Working knowledge of PC applications, required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).