Baton Rouge General Medical Center ยท 2 days ago
Accessioning Technician
Baton Rouge General Medical Center is a community-focused healthcare provider dedicated to excellence in patient care. They are seeking an Accessioning Technician to lead accessioning procedures, manage patient samples, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Serves as lead worker for assigned group and provides advanced technical skills necessary to perform accessioning procedures
Perform duties in the preanalytical phase of testing by preparing samples for testing and delivering them to laboratory departments
Accession patient samples into the Laboratory Information System and distribute to technical departments for analysis
Prepare samples for testing, including centrifugation and special handling
Communicate with ordering personnel to clarify test orders and assist with order entry
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of accessioning principles, specimen integrity, and safety standards
Serve as resource for complex cases and assist with training and mentoring staff
Assist with scheduling, inventory management, and orientation checklists for new employees
Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and regulatory guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A detail-oriented and dependable professional with strong leadership and technical skills
Demonstrated CRT/computer knowledge and ability to perform duties with minimal supervision
Strong communication and human relations skills
Preferred
Three years of phlebotomy/accessioning experience preferred
High School Diploma or GED preferred, or 2 years of work experience
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family.
Professional development and support.
Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program.