Accessioning Clerk Per Diem

Job Summary

Job Summary :

Responsible for performing a wide variety of clerical duties and administrative support for the laboratory. Accessions, unsupervised, all laboratory specimens and those sent to reference labs via the central processing process.

Performs specimen receipt, centrifugation, distribution and sample preparation. Provides quality, customer service in a timely and courteous manner.

Performs patient registration and insures proper handling and distribution of specimens throughout the laboratory.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities :

Service / Productivity / Professional

Routinely completes assigned work on time. Completes STAT requests within defined turnaround times.

Verifies that the appropriate specimen has been received for the test requested. Maintains integrity of the specimen.

Provides quality Customer Service in a timely and courteous manner.

Check inventory and rotate supplies; restock supplies when necessary.

Confirms all patients’ demographics using departmental guidelines and updates for appropriate accessioning in the computer system.

Recognizes limitations / resourcefulness of their competency within the realm of the job description.

Effectively interacts with Laboratory personnel from all departments to resolve routine issues.

Demonstrates appropriate use of the LIS system to complete assigned tasks.

Maintains a safe work environment in the laboratory by meeting all regulatory standards and following Universal Precaution.

Presents to the department prepared to work in a timely fashion according to scheduled hours.

Performs additional tasks / assignments / projects to benefit the organization.

Keeps an orderly work area.

Adheres to the Laboratory dress code policy.

Assures quality control

Prepares standard solutions and reagents and maintains Laboratory equipment in good working order.

Carries out all activities following established procedures to assure attainment of quality control standards. Complies with all safety and related rules / regulations.

Performs related duties

In absence of Supervisor, or as assigned, assumes responsibility for section activities.

Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Troubleshoots technical problems involving chemicals and equipment.

Qualifications

Educational / Minimum requirements :

High School diploma or High School Equivalency Required.

Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements :

General orientation at time of hire. Fire / Safety / Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by Hospital.

Requirements :

Strong interpersonal skills. Adaptability and flexibility necessary for work schedule and patient care requirements. Data entry, computer knowledge, customer service skills are required.

Good command of the English language, computer skills and medical terminology, ICD-9 coding, medical office / hospital experience desired.

Strong attention to detail is needed as well.

Physical Requirements :

Walking, standing, sitting, bending required. Must work under the stress of time constraints and heavy workload demands requiring accuracy.

Position requires ability to constantly lift light objects less than 20 lbs., perform moderately difficult manipulative skills, arm-hand steadiness, and hand-eye coordination skills;

walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods; see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.

Work Environment :

Employee may frequently be exposed to blood, body tissues and / or fluids and hazardous waste materials. Proper PPE is supplied by the employer.

Cognitive Requirements :

Position requires ability to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for more than 60 minutes at a time.

Individual must be able to understand and relate to the concept behind specific ideas and remember multiple tasks given to self and others over long periods of time, able to communicate verbally, using advanced level vocabulary.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Our Benefits

Our employees play an important role in helping Bristol Hospital and Health Care Group deliver quality care every day in the community, and as such, we are committed to offering them a comprehensive, cost-effective benefits package that meets their needs.

We recognize the importance of total well-being. Not only do we want our patients to live their best lives, but we also want our employees and their families to have the resources they need to thrive.

When you work here, you can feel confident in knowing that you’re making a difference in a place that supports you personally and professionally.

Some of the benefit plans are provided at no cost to you, for others you pay some (or all) of the cost at attractive group rates through payroll deduction.

Bristol is pleased to offer employees access to these important elements through our benefits package :

Health & Wellness

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness

Annual Biometric Screening & Health Assessment

Income Protection

• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Contribution
• Voluntary Benefit Programs

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Auto

Pet Insurance

Cancer

Accident

Financial Plan

• 403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Core & Match
• 401k Retirement Plan

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