Clinical Laboratory Accessioner(CL)(99)

Northwell Health

9h

About The Position

Assists laboratory personnel in daily accessioning activities. Performs pre-analytical processing of specimens and a variety of clerical duties in support of department.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Working knowledge of entire Accessioning Process.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two (2) years of accessioning experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives, sorts and performs accurate data entry for all specimens entering the laboratory.
• Receives and processes written/electronic requests from physicians for routine, STAT and/or special laboratory tests.
• Follows appropriate handling requirements for specific specimens.
• Identifies and documents situations that may adversely impact test performance or reporting of results, and notifies management of situation.
• Rejects incorrect or inappropriate specimens.
• Retests using the same or alternate methods.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties in support of department.
• Answers, screens and directs phone calls received in Laboratory.
• Retrieves, prints and faxes test results and cumulative reports utilizing the laboratory computer system.
• Processes and files form requests, records, receipts, and related laboratory paperwork.
• Performs related duties as required.
• All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees