On-Call Cytology Accessioning Technician I

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Company match up to 5%

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Cyto Accessioning Technician I - Indianapolis, IN, On-Call. The role involves data entry into the LIS, specimen handling, and adherence to test-ordering compliance in a production environment. On-call shifts, with potential weekends/holidays, require reliability and accuracy.

The CAT I supports Cytology Accessioning with emphasis on productivity and quality, managing varied daily demands and learning progression to the next level.

Qualifications

• Data entry background required.
• Experience entering patient data into LIS preferred.
• Ability to learn specimen types and the compliance regulations related to test ordering.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all responsibilities of the Cytology Accessioning Assistant.
• Demonstrates ability to learn the job duties assigned to the CAT I and how all functions fit together in Specimen Processing.
• Identifies problems with specimen types or missing information and assigns the appropriate TIQ, or resolves them.
• Understands compliance policies related to test ordering and how to research test ordering information.
• Meets standards for production and accuracy within 6 months.
• Understands the relationship between tests ordered and specimens received.
• Completes all required written documentation legibly and on time.
• Reports to work on time and follows attendance guidelines.
• Learns additional Cytology Accessioning functions to enable progression to the next level; performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Cyto Accessioning Technician I - Indianapolis, IN, On-Call. The role involves data entry into the LIS, specimen handling, and adherence to test-ordering compliance in a production environment. On-call shifts, with potential weekends/holidays, require reliability and accuracy.

The CAT I supports Cytology Accessioning with emphasis on productivity and quality, managing varied daily demands and learning progression to the next level.