Accessioner

SAGIS PLLC•Houston, TX

6d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Sagis Diagnostics is a physician-led sub-specialty pathology group supported by a CAP-accredited histology lab in Houston, Texas. The Accessioner enters specimen information into the laboratory information system and verifies that requisitions and specimen containers are correctly identified and match, with complete patient, collection, physician, and specimen-source details. The role labels specimen bottles and cassettes, handles laboratory correspondence and communications, maintains filing systems and logs, and ensures slides are properly filed and labeled. The Accessioner follows Sagis Standard Operating Procedures and performs other laboratory tasks as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor. This is a full-time, in-person position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Weekend work may be necessary. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to follow procedures, and effective work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Advancement to other laboratory positions requires a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a similar field; advancement to Medical Billing may be possible with appropriate certification.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Good attention to detail.
Ability to type at least 40 words per minute.
Demonstrated ability to follow procedures.
Ability to multitask 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 operating computers.
Ability to interact well with people and use pleasant telephone manners.
Ability to work well under the direction of the Laboratory Director and other supervisory personnel.
Office experience, preferably in a medical or other health care setting.

Responsibilities

Enter specimen data into the laboratory information system.
Verify that the correct request forms are used and that requisitions include the patient’s full name, date of birth, tissue site, collection date, and physician’s name.
Verify that specimen bottles are identified with the patient’s name, tissue site, collection date, and physician’s name, and that bottle information matches the requisition.
Request missing information from the sender or client, returning specimens and requisitions for completion when necessary.
Label specimen bottles and cassettes with the appropriate accession number.
Transcribe and mail laboratory business correspondence.
Maintain filing systems for laboratory reports, correspondence, and business documents, as well as various logs.
Handle and direct incoming and outgoing telephone and other laboratory communications as needed.
Ensure slides are filed properly and have appropriate labels.
Perform other laboratory tasks as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor.
Adhere to Sagis Standard Operating Procedures.