Our Accessioner job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Accessioner role
Accessioners are responsible for cataloging and organizing collections of items in library, museum, archive, or similar settings. They process and store artifacts, documents, photographs, and other materials according to established standards and procedures. Accessioners also maintain and update records and databases, and provide information to the public.
Role Purpose
The purpose of an Accessioner is to collect, prepare, and organize samples for laboratory testing. This includes labeling and tracking specimens, processing requests for laboratory tests, and verifying patient information. They may also be responsible for entering data into a computer system, and ensuring that specimens are accurately labeled and stored. Accessioners must have an understanding of laboratory procedures and protocols and be able to follow instructions accurately. They must also be able to work independently and efficiently.
Accessioner Summary
The Accessioner is responsible for the efficient and accurate receipt, accessioning, and processing of specimens and associated paperwork in a clinical laboratory. This includes verifying patient information, identifying and resolving discrepancies, entering patient demographics into a laboratory information system, and ensuring that specimen labels are correct. The Accessioner must adhere to all safety protocols and applicable laboratory standards and regulations. This position requires excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
Accessioner Duties
- Create and maintain accession records
- Order and receive biological specimens
- Prepare specimens for long-term storage
- Label and store specimens
- Track specimens
- Perform quality control checks
Accessioner Skills
- Database Management
- Specimen Processing
- Data Entry
- Organizational & Interpersonal Skills
Accessioner Requirements
- Able to accurately process specimens
- Excellent attention to detail
- Proficient in the use of laboratory equipment
- Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures
- Knowledge of laboratory protocols
Personal Traits
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Ability to lift and move objects
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team