University Hospital · 2 weeks ago
Accession Area Technician, Specimen Team
Newark, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.10/hr - $21.22/hr
2+ years expUniversity Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, training the next generation of physicians while providing exceptional patient care. The Accession Area Technician position is responsible for facilitating workflow in the Accession Area, entering orders, scanning specimens, and responding to inquiries regarding laboratory tests.
EducationHealth Care
Responsibilities
Deliver patient-centered service by creating a welcoming and safe environment, communicating clearly, resolving complaints promptly, and demonstrating respect for patient rights while meeting or exceeding customer expectations
Accept, scan, enter orders, prepare, and distribute specimens to designated areas
Organize and load specimens on racks and automated lines to maintain efficient workflow
Respond to clinical unit inquiries, retrieve test results from LIS, and handle all related telephone inquiries
Address accession area inquiries and perform tasks to maintain computer and office equipment
Adhere to safety protocols, infection control standards, universal precautions, and University Hospital compliance policies
Maintain logs, track inventory, report issues promptly, follow departmental procedures, and assist with training new personnel
Keep work areas clean, collaborate to achieve service goals, stay updated on regulations, and perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent
Two (2) years of general experience in data processing field
Ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position
Preferred
One (1) year of experience in a health care environment is preferred
Knowledge of laboratory terminology an asset
Willingness to accept rotating shifts and non-prime shifts
Benefits
Vacation Time Accured
Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Pension Plan
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development
Company
University Hospital
University Hospital is an independent medical center with more than 500 licensed beds, an active medical staff of more than 600, and over 3,000 employees.
1001-5000 employees
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2021 (2)
2020 (7)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.4MKey Investors
Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey
2023-10-27Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Alexandre Barbosa
Human Resources Business Partner
Frank Sinatra
Chief Information Security Officer
Recent News
2025-03-06
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