Specimen Accessioner
part-time•Weston
About this role
Description
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
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
If you are qualified and interested in this position, please submit your updated resume and give us a chance to learn more about you!
AHA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER!
What you'll do
- The Specimen Accessioner is responsible for entering patient information and processing laboratory samples. They must ensure proper specimen handling and maintain quality customer service.
About American Health S LLC
American Health Associates is the largest provider of clinical laboratory services to long term care in the United States. We also provide mobile phlebotomy services, mobile imaging services and other diagnostic services in our patients’ homes throughout the country.
Our headquarters is located in the Ft. Lauderdale, Florida area. The company was founded in October 1990 by the same family that owns and operates the company today. Since our founding we have focused unwaveringly on providing the best possible patient care and we continue that tradition today with every patient we serve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Specimen Accessioner do at American Health S LLC?
As a Specimen Accessioner at American Health S LLC, you will: the Specimen Accessioner is responsible for entering patient information and processing laboratory samples. They must ensure proper specimen handling and maintain quality customer service..
Is the Specimen Accessioner position at American Health S LLC remote?
The Specimen Accessioner position at American Health S LLC is based in Weston, Florida, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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