Accessioner- Night Shift (6:30 pm to 3:00 am)

SAGIS PLLC•Houston, TX

1d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Sagis Diagnostics is seeking a Full Time Accessioner to join their CAP-accredited histology lab in Houston, Texas. This role involves entering specimen data, ensuring proper documentation and identification of specimens and requisitions, labeling specimens, and maintaining laboratory records. The Accessioner will also handle communication and perform other laboratory tasks as needed, adhering to all Standard Operating Procedures.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent REQUIRED.
Good Attention to Detail is REQUIRED.
MUST be able to type at least 40 WPM.
Demonstrated ability to follow procedures.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
Ability to work in a standing position at times.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
Ability to work late shifts and weekends when necessary.
Intermediate knowledge and skills in the operation of computers.
Ability to interact well with people and pleasant telephone manners.
Ability to work well under direction of the Laboratory Director and others in a supervisory capacity.

Nice To Haves

Office experience, preferably in a medical or other health care setting.
Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Chemistry or similar fields required for advancing to other lab positions.
Alternate advancement to Medical Billing also possible with appropriate certification.

Responsibilities

Enter specimen data into the laboratory information system.
Ensure proper request forms have been used.
Verify requisition is properly identified with the patient’s full name, DOB, tissue site, date of collection, and physician’s name.
Verify specimen bottle is properly identified with the patient’s name, tissue site, date of collection, and physician’s name.
Ensure the specimen bottle matches the requisition form and that complete demographic and specimen source information is given.
Return the specimen and requisition form to the sender with a request for completion if information is missing, or call the client to request necessary information.
Properly label all specimen bottles and cassettes with the appropriate accession number.
Perform transcription and mailing of laboratory business correspondence.
Maintenance of the filing systems for laboratory reports, correspondence, and business documents.
Maintenance of various logs.
Handling and directing telephone and other incoming and outgoing laboratory communication as needed.
Ensure slides are filed properly, including ensuring proper labels are affixed to slides.
Perform other tasks in the laboratory as deemed necessary by the Laboratory Supervisor.
Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures of Sagis.