ACCESSION TECH - CYTOLOGY in CANTON, Ohio at Aultman Health Foundation

Job Summary

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

Receiving and processing of clinical lab specimens.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Properly process and prepare specimens for testing
• Perform accurate patient and insurance data entry into Medipac
• Order lab work from OPD, ALS and CareEvolve requisitions
• Load the automated track according to established guidelines
• Centrifuge and separate specimens according to test requirements
• Aliquot as necessary
• Monitor and empty tube system punctually; checking for stats and prioritizing work
• Uphold and follow all hospital and department policies and procedures
• Adhere to all established safety and Infection Control Policies
• Maintain instrumentation/equipment in good working order
• Provide technical information to laboratory "customers" and appropriately direct questions to the Unit Director and/or other Technical Specialists as indicated
• Uphold and practice the highest level of professional integrity in all daily work functions, including confidentiality of patient records
• Assists in projects or other tasks assigned by the Unit Director
• Troubleshoot problems that arise
• Other duties as assigned by the Unit Director and/or Technical Specialist

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Graduate
• Must have some experience with medical terminology
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must be able to multi-task and maintain focus on duties.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with peers, management and other healthcare personnel

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Department Hours: 24 hours/day, 365 days/year
• Work hours are assigned by the Unit Director and/or Technical Specialist and can be on any shift depending upon the staffing needs of the department
• Requires Saturday/Sunday and Holiday rotation
• Requires occasional paid overtime before or after normal working hours, if approved
• Works in a well-lighted and ventilated laboratory