Accessioner I

ACM - Drugscan

Full time

REQ_240304

Job Title: Accessioner

Department: Accessioning

Location: Onsite, 200 Precision Road, Horsham, PA

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday; 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

SUMMARY

The Accessioner is responsible for preparing specimens prior to laboratory analysis and testing. Accessioners are key to our laboratory operations as they handle each specimen and ensures accurate accessioning before they move to the laboratory. Each of our specimens represent one of our valuable patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proficient in specimen processing of one (1) or more product lines

• Unpacking, sorting, and verifying of specimens received from couriers and law enforcement agencies

• Labels, aliquots, and delivers samples to appropriate testing area while maintaining chain-of-custody

• Enters orders and demographic information into the computer system

• Prepares both negative and positive in-house blinds

• Determines specimen suitability based on established laboratory procedures

• Resolves problem specimens and follow procedures for specimen storage and disposal

• Forwarding any misdirected specimen received

• Maintains and updates secure reporting instructions from clients and third-party administrators

• Maintains a stocked, organized, and clean workstation

• Maintains confidentiality of all information

• Performs data entry of specimen demographic information

• Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience handling various specimen types including blood, oral fluid, urine and viral swabs in viral media or saline preferred.

• Experience in customer service, data/order entry, and working in a process driven environment preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - These roles require a combination of movement and stationary work, including frequent standing, walking, and moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs.). Tasks may involve repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, or pulling, along with maintaining awareness in high-traffic or operational areas. Visual focus and spatial awareness are critical in facilities, logistics, or support settings. Emotional demands include managing interruptions, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Environmental exposures may include equipment noise, shared workspaces, and occasional proximity to hazardous areas. Physical capability screening may be required.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

At ACM Global Laboratories, we understand that every project we work on, every task we complete impacts patients and their families. Our dedication to being purposefully patient-driven is reflected in the high-quality work provided by our teams every day around the globe.