Specimen Accessioner

Specimen Accessioner

American Health Associates is the premier clinical laboratory in the region, servicing over 3000 long-term care facilities. Additionally, AHA is one of the fastest growing independent labs in the nation. By investing in state-of-the-art technology and a skilled work force, we can offer a superior program focused on serving the long-term care industry.

AHA's Specimen Accessioner supports the overall function of the Accessioning Department and maintains quality customer service always.

Job Responsibilities

Hours: Day shift, every Saturday and every other Sunday with 2 weekdays off

• Enter patient demographic and test information accurately into the computer system.
• Process and accession laboratory samples for in-house testing and reference lab testing.
• Must be able to troubleshoot problems when necessary.
• Set-up and prepare samples for testing and ensure that specimens are delivered to proper department for testing and placed on the instrument.
• Must complete required annual training.
• Complete procedures and work scheduled shift without interfering with the quality of work or the quality of patient care.
• Needs to respond to changes in work schedule as necessary; continually use time to departmental advantage; perform well in busy work environment and aid other departments when necessary.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must maintain a clean and safe working environment, wear the proper personal protective equipment, and practice and support safety in the workplace.
• Ensure specimen stability and identify specimen errors and follow procedures to correct problems including proper documentation.
• Ensure proper completion of all work.
• Must support Laboratory goals, policies, procedures, and philosophy.
• Prepares samples and paperwork to be sent to appropriate reference lab or AHA location.
• Scan requisitions, run missing requisition report, and follow-up.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent

Type minimum 40-wpm with minimal errors

Data Entry experience

Experience in a clinical laboratory setting

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with co-workers, clients, patients and/or visitors

AHA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER!