PROPEL Accessioner

Do you want to start your career in the laboratory field with one of the top laboratories in the state? Our client is looking for an overnight accessioner to join their team!

Description:

• Pack and ship specimens to proper testing facilities when required

• Properly prepare and store excess specimen samples

• Resolve and document any problem specimens

• Handle and dispose of medical and chemical waste

• work with PROPEL machine and troubleshoot errors

• Introduce and prepare biological specimens to the laboratory to ensure accurate processing

• Open specimens and pour off into secondary containers to prepare for analysis and testing

• Comply with applicable environmental health and safety policies and procedures

• Meet key production metrics and quality measures to ensure timely and accurate results

• Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas

• Operate automated instrumentation under supervision if necessary

• Verify patient demographic information matches the test requisition form submitted

• Data entry of patient information into the computer system for tracking purposes

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Prior specimen processing experience is preferred

• Previous experience using automated equipment is a plus

• Proficient computer and typing skills

• Must pass standardized color vision test

• Comfortable handling human biological specimens including blood, urine and tissue samples

• Ability to lift up to 30lbs, work in protective equipment and sit/stand for long periods of time

• Strong eye hand coordination in order to accurately identify specimens by touch and sight

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

• High level of attention to detail with the ability to problem solve

• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal

• Ability to work overtime when needed