Laboratory Accessioner 2

Role Description

Summary:

The Lab Accessioner 2 demonstrates a high level of proficiency in accessioning procedures and laboratory

support functions. This role requires the completion of all core training and competencies in addition to specialty

functions. The Lab Accessioner 2 will be expected to independently handle high risk and specialized accessions

Job Duties:

Proven understanding of core accessioning processes and procedures.

Maintains accessioning performance targets set by the company.

Completes high-risk accessions for common error-prone specimen types.

Completes additional training and documentation for special operations and complex cases.

Oversee and ensure the completion and proper handling of manual requisitions Coggins tests and spoke

samples.

o Completed training on Exception and Rejection Handling

o Completes accessioning for Cytology Histology and Microbiology

o Technical and Operational Duties

Operate and maintain secondary laboratory equipment including but not limited to centrifuges pipettes

heating blocks and slide stainers

Sample and Specimen Handling

o Assists with specimen collection labeling and storage.

o Handles and stores biological specimens in accordance with Zoetis Reference Laboratories (ZRL)

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

o Handles and disposes of waste materials following safety protocols.

o Prepares specimen containers and necessary supplies for laboratory technicians.

o Files and organizes wet tissue jars blocks slides sample tubes and other equipment as directed

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Successfully complete opening procedures including but not limited to:

o Coordinates with UPS drivers for specimen pickup and delivery.

o Sorts specimens by time zone and test type.

o Manages email communications and logistics related to specimen intake.

o Maintains and updates tracking spreadsheets.

o Distributes daily reports to relevant departments.

o Facilitates communication across cross-functional teams.

Support Tasks

o Intakes and troubleshoots problematic samples.

o Operates troubleshoots and cleans laboratory scanners.

o Offloads extra tasks from other accessioners when needed.

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required

Accessioning experience required

LabDaq and Ligolab proficiency.

Completion of advanced accessioning training.

Technical Skills Required:

Strong attention to detail

Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills

Organizational and time management skills

Excellent data entry skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision

Fluency in English language

Must be comfortable in a environment meeting target productivity rates

Physical Position Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Ability to bend kneel stoop crouch Ability to walk sit or stand for extended periods Ability to use tools such as boxcutters Ability to wear PPE for extended periods of time

Full time

Regular

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