Position Overview
The Accessioning Technician will be responsible for the accurate and timely entry of various types of patient information into databases. This includes assisting accessioning staff with entry of client orders for testing (accessioning) and entry of other pertinent information in databases, as requested.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 11:00am-4:00pm with every 4th Saturday rotation
Essential Duties
Include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Follow all standard operating procedures specific to assigned department/laboratory, which may include, but is not limited to, the following:
- Receive and open packages of patient specimens for accessioning;
- Accession samples into clinical database;
- Enter/scan all relevant patient/institutional data into database(s) and ensure accuracy.
- Apply strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Apply exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently after training.
- Apply good listening skills.
- Apply problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Apply effective time management skills.
- Display respect for and ability to maintain professionalism.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
- Apply strong organizational skills.
- Display interest in promoting teamwork, collaboration, and consensus-building.
- Ability to adapt to changing business needs, such as new orders, new processes, etc.
- Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
- Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
- Ability to work designated schedule.
- Ability to work seated for approximately 10% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
- Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
- Demonstrated ability to learn new skills and techniques.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and PC workstation.
- Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical school or college coursework.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
