Accessioner

Who We Are:

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.

Position Summary:

The Pathology Accessioner is responsible for providing excellent customer service to UCH clients, pathologists, associates and personnel ensuring that all interactions are promoting a positive image of the organization.

Key Results Areas (KRAs):

• Triage, prioritize, and sort specimens appropriately for accessioning and processing.
• Perform data entry login of patient demographics, specimen source, and test(s) orders from requisitions into the LIS computer system according to the given protocol with minimal errors
• Accurately labels specimen(s) and timely distributes to the grossing area.
• Accurately documents any orders lacking required documentation and all problem cases appropriately.
• Review specimen requisitions against data entry of information for accuracy, document errors, correct errors, and escalate to supervisor based on necessity.
• Discard trash and packages in biohazard containers for proper disposal.
• File slides and requisitions daily
• Package and return slides back to offices via FedEx
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Core Competencies

• Excellent customer service skills required
• Ability to relate effectively with clients and colleagues
• Adheres to University Clinical Health and departmental policies and procedures, including attendance standards
• Support ongoing changes professionally and contribute to a positive work environment and the team effort of the department and company. Other Qualifications:
• Excellent typing/data entry skills; must be able to adapt to changes in the work schedule and work process
• Possess good analytical and problem-solving skills detail-oriented; must possess excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work based on the demands
• Must be able to multi-task correctly and simultaneously
• Work independently and a team player
• Must possess good judgment and excellent verbal communication skills.

Education & Experience:

• High School education or GED required, some college preferred or 1+ years working in a lab setting.
• Excellent data entry skills required.
• Experience in the medical field preferred.