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Lab Accessioner
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What they do
A Laboratory Specimen Processor catalogs specimens in a medical laboratory for use by other health care workers, including laboratory technicians, nurses, and physicians. Specimens can include blood samples, bacteria cultures, and even organs. Receives specimens, enters specimen data into a computer system, prepares samples for further laboratory analysis, and transports specimens to other labs and clinical departments.
$42,163 / year median in Michigan
+8% projected growth
Job Description
JOB TITLE
Laboratory Accessioner I SHIFT :
7 PM - 3:30 AMJOB PURPOSE
The Laboratory Accessioner is responsible for receiving, unpacking, registering patient specimens into LIS as well as flagging specimens missing any COLA requirements to be held from testing. This position requires working weekends and some holidays.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Handle sensitive and confidential patient information in accordance with HIPPA.
- Follow laboratory accessioning SOP with high regards with accuracy and speed.
- Receive, unpack and register patient specimens into LIS.
- Flag specimens missing any COLA requirements to be held from testing and coordinate with Lab Operations staff and client services to resolve issues.
- Process all necessary paperwork to process and submit specimen Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
- Perform audits in order to resolve any outstanding issues.
- Handle all specimens and lab samples in safe and efficient manner
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICIATION/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of a high-school diploma or GED- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.
- Proficient is using web browsers and experience with LIS preferred.
- Understanding of COLA/CAP and CLIA regulatory guidelines preferred