Specimen Accessioner

Job Title

American Health Associates, Inc. is a premier clinical laboratory servicing over 3500 long-term care facilities. AHA is the fastest growing independent laboratory in the nation. By investing in technology and a skilled work force, we can offer a superior program focused on serving the long-term care industry.

Job Description

AHA's Specimen Processor is responsible for one or more of the various duties listed below. These duties are necessary to support the overall functions of the Accessioning department and maintain quality customer service and satisfaction.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• 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 emergency situations 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
• Performs TIQ's and UTO's as necessary
• Scan requisitions, run missing requisition report, and follow-up

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Type minimum 40-wpm with minimal errors

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

Phlebotomy experience is a plus

F/T employees receive paid time off (Sick, Vacation, and Holidays) and basic Life Insurance. They may also enroll in our voluntary programs: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, and 401(k) Plans after a brief waiting period.

American Health Associates is proud to be an equal opportunity employer!