What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Specimen Accessioning Specialist position at Labcorp?
About the Role
Labcorp is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join their Specimen Processing and Accessioning team in New York. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing clinical specimen accessioning, sample sorting and data entry in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
Communicate effectively with client office staff
Research, troubleshoot and resolve customer and specimen problems
Meet department activity and production goals
Data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
Accurately identify and label specimens
Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities
Scrub requisitions to ensure samples are prepared and missing items are updated
Perform spinning/freezing/splitting and other special services as needed based on client requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
1 year relative experience required (lab/accessioning, production/manufacturing/warehouse environment)
Previous medical or patient-facing healthcare experience is a plus
Comfortable handling biological specimens
Ability to accurately identify specimens
Experience working in a team environment
Strong data entry and organizational skills
High level of attention to detail
Proficient in MS Office
Ability to lift up to 40lbs.
Ability to pass a standardized color blind test
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