What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Assistant/ Accessioner/ Processor position at PATHADVANTAGE ASSOCIATED?
Job Description
Lab Accessioner/ Processor from the hours of 7:00 pm to 3:30 am. Monday through Friday. Accessioner/ Processor will be responsible for performing specimen accessioning, sample sorting and data entry in a fast-paced environment according to the laboratory standard operating procedures. The Accessioner/ Processor ensures the integrity of laboratory specimens and accurate data entry. The Accessioner/ Processor provides a smooth workflow within the laboratory that facilitates the accurate and timely accessioning of cases received and forwarding them on to the appropriate laboratory section for testing. Also, the Accessioner/ Processor performs any other duties asked to be performed by the Cytology Supervisor, AP Manager or Medical Director.
Duties of a Lab Accessioner/ Processor:
Receiving, sorting and handling of gynecologic specimens.
Unpack and route specimens to their respective Laboratory section.
Ensuring all patient specimens received match the corresponding requisitions and are in compliance with all CAP and CLIA receiving guidelines.
Ensuring proper storage and testing of all specimens.
Data Entry – entering pertinent patient information and procedure names into the LIS system accurately to ensure proper patient diagnosis as well as printing out additional labels when necessary.
Processing of Cytology specimens while maintaining compliance with all CLIA and CAP guidelines.
Adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure integrity of laboratory specimens and accurate data entry.
Ability to follow lab safety practices when working with hazardous materials.
Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards determined by the Laboratory Medical Director.
Documentation of any discrepancies during the receiving process, i.e. different patient names, incorrect requisition.
Generate and organize mid-day and closing lists for all special testing specimens.
Filing of cytology slides after final review.
Handle and dispose of medical and chemical waste
Comply with applicable environmental health and safety policies and procedures
Company Description
A Dallas based, pathologist-owned and directed medical practice that offers complete anatomic and clinical pathology services to Texas.
A Dallas based, pathologist-owned and directed medical practice that offers complete anatomic and clinical pathology services to Texas.
Lab Accessioner/ Processor from the hours of 7:00 pm to 3:30 am. Monday through Friday. Accessioner/ Processor will be responsible for performing specimen accessioning, sample sorting and data entry in a fast-paced environment according to the laboratory standard operating procedures. The Accessioner/ Processor ensures the integrity of laboratory specimens and accurate data entry. The Accessioner/ Processor provides a smooth workflow within the laboratory that facilitates the accurate and timely accessioning of cases received and forwarding them on to the appropriate laboratory section for testing. Also, the Accessioner/ Processor performs any other duties asked to be performed by the Cytology Supervisor, AP Manager or Medical Director.
Duties of a Lab Accessioner/ Processor:
Receiving, sorting and handling of gynecologic specimens.
Unpack and route specimens to their respective Laboratory section.
Ensuring all patient specimens received match the corresponding requisitions and are in compliance with all CAP and CLIA receiving guidelines.
Ensuring proper storage and testing of all specimens.
Data Entry – entering pertinent patient information and procedure names into the LIS system accurately to ensure proper patient diagnosis as well as printing out additional labels when necessary.
Processing of Cytology specimens while maintaining compliance with all CLIA and CAP guidelines.
Adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure integrity of laboratory specimens and accurate data entry.
Ability to follow lab safety practices when working with hazardous materials.
Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards determined by the Laboratory Medical Director.
Documentation of any discrepancies during the receiving process, i.e. different patient names, incorrect requisition.
Generate and organize mid-day and closing lists for all special testing specimens.
Filing of cytology slides after final review.
Handle and dispose of medical and chemical waste
Comply with applicable environmental health and safety policies and procedures
Company Description
A Dallas based, pathologist-owned and directed medical practice that offers complete anatomic and clinical pathology services to Texas.
A Dallas based, pathologist-owned and directed medical practice that offers complete anatomic and clinical pathology services to Texas.