Specimen Accessioner

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

*Handling of bodily fluids including blood, urine, feces, etc.

*Data entry including organizing of patient requisitions, accessioning samples into the laboratory information system and double-checking work for accuracy.

*Basic computer knowledge and some data entry experience is a requirement.

*Understand technical and non-technical procedures required to process and forward accessioned specimens to the designated laboratory location for testing.

*Maintain processing refrigerator and freezer temperature logs.

*Maintain processing centrifuges and logs.

*Responsible for checking-in all Couriers and receiving samples.

*Assist Phlebotomists with labeling of samples if needed.

*Must be able to adjust to increased workloads.

*Must be able to periodically lift or move biohazard waste bins which could weigh more than 20 lbs.

*Able to locate and pull specimens from refrigerated storage as needed or requested.

* Learns and keeps familiar with lab procedures and policies.

*Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty competently. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• N/A

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Above average communication skills in English especially via telephone

MATH SKILLS:

• Basic Math skills

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Basic Microsoft Products, Data Entry, Internet
• Ability to use and learn proprietary software systems

Education and Experience: Minimum requirements for education and experience for this position

• High School or Equivalent (GED)
• 1 to 2 years of experience

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Potential exposure to blood and body fluid:

• Performs tasks which involve exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Lift/Carry - 26-75%

Push/Pull - 26-75%

Reach Overhead - 0-25%

Climb - 0-25%

Squat/Bend/Kneel - 0-25%

Sit - 26-75%

Stand - 76-100%

Walk/Move About - 76-100%