Pathology Accessioner-PRN-Days

Christ Hospital

35d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pathology Accessioner plays a vital role in supporting the operations of our laboratory environment by assisting in the preparation and processing of specimens for analysis, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques, maintaining accurate records of specimen collection and processing activities, collaborating with laboratory staff to ensure timely and accurate results for patient care, and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology to support laboratory procedures and recognizing potential issues. This position is responsible for ensuring that all gross room and associated activities are conducted efficiently and in compliance with established protocols.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of one year experience as a phlebotomist or health care-oriented background.
Superior knowledge of anatomic pathology.
Excellent multi-tasking skills required.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to read and comprehend written information required; ability to effectively and efficiently perform a variety of job duties in a stressful, fast paced environment is required.
Keyboarding skills preferred.

Nice To Haves

Anatomical Pathology and Medical Terminology knowledge or classes preferred.

Responsibilities

Efficiently secures and processes written orders, ensuring all documentation is thorough and accurate.
Prioritizes stat add-ons with a sense of urgency, recognizing their critical role in prompt decision-making.
Verifies any orders that present uncertainties, ensuring clarity and adherence to established protocols.
Maintains the integrity of specimens meant for testing, conducting a detailed assessment before accepting requests to guarantee the highest quality of results.
Receives and sorts clinical lab specimens.
Prepares specimens for testing and analysis.
Scans and/or enters specimen and patient information data.
Ensures all lab equipment is working properly and performs minor instrumentation maintenance.
Troubleshoots any specimen related issues.
Replenishes test bench supplies as needed.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
Completes record logs and other administrative duties as requested.
Follows all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.
Packages and sends out all Send-out Specialty Testing.
Processes samples, records tracking number, and prepares kits for shipment.
Contacts specialty labs and arranges for supplies and shipment of samples.
Handles all POC disposal and sends out to funeral homes, coordinates with wings department, and attends quarterly meetings for troubleshooting.
Works with pastoral services to coordinate footprints being sent to patients.
Assists with autopsies when staffing is below minimum levels.
Conducts weekly disposal of tissue.
Reconciles the daily outstanding logs to assure delivery of incoming testing.
Collects and records all information needed to investigate issues, such as patient details, dates, and tests ordered.
Lets customers know when they can expect a follow-up call.
Takes all necessary steps to fix technical issues and ensure timely solutions.
Shows strong knowledge of instruments, quality control, and patient testing.
Provides on-site technical assistance to data entry staff to assist with handling of Outreach samples.
Brings to the attention of the management team any recurring challenges and concerns.
Suggests solutions to issues and aids as needed to implement those solutions within the department.
Collaborates with lab managers to implement technical changes needed to resolve the issue.
Utilizes additional communication methods as necessary.
Anticipates and actively identifies areas for process and system improvement.
Maintains currency in the field, including maintenance of any necessary licensure/certification, through continuing education, conferences, meetings, in-services, networking, literature, and/or seminars.
Performs other duties assigned.