Laboratory Accessioner

American Health Associates•Euclid, OH

About The Position

American Health Associates is hiring a full-time Laboratory Accessioner in Euclid, Ohio. The company is a clinical reference laboratory dedicated to long-term care, with 35 years of diagnostic experience, 14 full-service CAP-accredited laboratories, and service to patients in 2,500 healthcare facilities nationwide. The role supports laboratory testing by accurately entering patient and test information, processing and preparing specimens, and ensuring samples reach the appropriate testing department or reference laboratory. The Accessioner also identifies and addresses specimen issues, maintains required documentation, and supports a clean, safe work environment and laboratory goals, policies, procedures, and philosophy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Data entry experience.
Experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with co-workers, clients, patients, and/or visitors.

Responsibilities

Enter patient demographic and test information accurately into the computer system.
Process and accession laboratory samples for in-house and reference laboratory testing.
Troubleshoot problems when necessary.
Set up and prepare samples for testing, ensure specimens are delivered to the proper department, and place them on the instrument.
Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment, wear proper personal protective equipment, and support workplace safety.
Ensure specimen stability; identify specimen errors and follow procedures to correct problems, including proper documentation and completion of work.
Support laboratory goals, policies, procedures, and philosophy.
Prepare samples and paperwork to be sent to the appropriate reference laboratory or American Health Associates location.
Scan requisitions, run the missing requisition report, and follow up.