Cytology Accessioner​/Assistant

Lab Accessioner / Processor

Work hours:

7:00 pm to 3:30 am, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities include:

• Receiving, sorting and handling of gynecologic specimens.
• Unpack and route specimens to their respective Laboratory section.
• Ensuring all patient specimens received match the corresponding requisitions and are in compliance with all CAP and CLIA receiving guidelines.
• Ensuring proper storage and testing of all specimens.
• Data entry – entering pertinent patient information and procedure names into the LIS system accurately to ensure proper patient diagnosis as well as printing out additional labels when necessary.
• Processing of Cytology specimens while maintaining compliance with all CLIA and CAP guidelines.
• Adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure integrity of laboratory specimens and accurate data entry.
• Ability to follow lab safety practices when working with hazardous materials.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards determined by the Laboratory Medical Director.
• Documentation of any discrepancies during the receiving process, e.g. different patient names, incorrect requisition.
• Generate and organize mid‑day and closing lists for all special testing specimens.
• Filing of cytology slides after final review.
• Handle and dispose of medical and chemical waste.
• Comply with applicable environmental health and safety policies and procedures.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Medical Practices

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