What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accessioner position at University Clinical Health?
Description
Who We Are:
As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175 providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.
Position Summary:
The Pathology Accessioner is responsible for providing excellent customer service to UCH clients, pathologists, associates and personnel ensuring that all interactions are promoting a positive image of the organization.
Key Results Areas (KRAs):
- Triage, prioritize, and sort specimens appropriately for accessioning and processing.
- Perform data entry login of patient demographics, specimen source, and test(s) orders from requisitions into the LIS computer system according to the given protocol with minimal errors
- Accurately labels specimen(s) and timely distributes to the grossing area.
- Accurately documents any orders lacking required documentation and all problem cases appropriately.
- Review specimen requisitions against data entry of information for accuracy, document errors, correct errors, and escalate to supervisor based on necessity.
- Discard trash and packages in biohazard containers for proper disposal.
- File slides and requisitions daily
- Package and return slides back to offices via FedEx
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Core Competencies
- Excellent customer service skills required
- Ability to relate effectively with clients and colleagues
- Adheres to University Clinical Health and departmental policies and procedures, including attendance standards
- Support ongoing changes professionally and contribute to a positive work environment and the team effort of the department and company. Other Qualifications:
- Excellent typing/data entry skills; must be able to adapt to changes in the work schedule and work process
- Possess good analytical and problem-solving skills detail-oriented; must possess excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work based on the demands
- Must be able to multi-task correctly and simultaneously
- Work independently and a team player
- Must possess good judgment and excellent verbal communication skills.
Requirements
Education & Experience:
- High School education or GED required, some college preferred or 1 years working in a lab setting.
- Excellent data entry skills required.
- Experience in the medical field preferred.
