What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specimen Accession position at Cynet Systems?
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- 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.
- Verify patient demographic information matches the test requisition form submitted.
- Data entry of patient information into the computer system for tracking purposes.
- Meet key production metrics and quality measures to ensure timely and accurate results.
- Unpack and route specimens to their respective staging areas.
- 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.
- Comply with applicable environmental health and safety policies and procedures.
- Operate automated instrumentation under supervision if necessary.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- No relevant experience is required.
- Previous medical or production experience is preferred.
- Proficient computer and typing skills.
- Must pass standardized color vision test.
- Comfortable handling human biological specimens including blood, urine, and tissue samples.
- Due to the nature of the job the candidate should be able to lift 30 pounds with assistance.
- 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.
