Accessioner, 2nd Shift - HRG Retained Search

About us:
P&C Labs is a comprehensive provider of anatomic pathology and cytopathology services, covering specimen transport, preparation, immunohistochemistry testing, and final patient reporting. Pathology and Cytology Laboratories LLC, along with Chipps, Caffrey & Dubilier, P.S.C., specializes in Anatomic Pathology, Cytopathology, Hematopathology, GI Pathology, Clinical Laboratory Consultations, and Laboratory Medical Directorships. Established in 1967, we deliver the highest quality service and professional expertise to physicians, clinics, and hospitals.

Role Overview: Responsible for accessioning and preparing patient specimens for analysis, ensuring accurate documentation and performing Lab Aide duties as needed. Tasks include receiving specimens, entering patient information into the system, labeling specimens, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining a clean work environment. Adherence to regulations and protocols is essential.

Responsibilities:
• Open incoming packages from branches/clients, unpack and receive specimens.
• Perform Quality Assurance for specimens and patient information with a high degree of accuracy and in accordance with established protocols.
• Accurately Enter patient demographic and test information into the Laboratory Information
Management System (Nova Path).
• Assign computer-generated identification number to be used for specimen tracking.
• Accurately identify and label specimens.
• Process and accession laboratory specimens for testing and ensure that specimens are delivered to proper department for testing.
• Must complete required annual training.
• Complete procedures and work scheduled shift without interfering with the quality of work or the quality of patient care.
• Needs to respond to changes in work schedule as necessary; continually use time to departmental advantage; perform well in emergency situations and aid other departments when necessary.
• Must maintain a clean and safe working environment, wear the proper personal protective equipment, and practice and support safety in the workplace.
• Ensure specimen stability and identify specimen errors and follow procedures to correct problems including proper documentation.
• Must support Laboratory goals, policies, procedures, and philosophy.
• Pulls slides or cassettes and paperwork to be sent to appropriate reference labs
• Scan requisitions, run missing requisition report, and follow-up.
• Complies with all State, Federal, professional regulations as well as company and departmental
rules, polices, and procedural manuals.
• Adherence to CAP, CLIA, State Regulations, HIPAA, Safety and OSHA Regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma required.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology required.
• Previous experience in a medical laboratory or office preferred.
• Proficiency with computers, scanners, and information systems.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology.
• Proficient in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Capable of building positive relationships with various stakeholders