Specimen Accessioner

American Health Associates, Inc.; Peoria, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Continuing education opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Team‑oriented culture

Job summary

American Health Associates, Inc. in Peoria, IL is seeking a Specimen Accessioner to accurately enter patient demographics and test information into the computer system and to process samples for in-house and reference lab testing.

The role requires troubleshooting, careful specimen handling, and preparing materials for testing while maintaining a clean, safe workspace. The position offers overtime opportunities, continuing education, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Data entry experience.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with co-workers, clients, patients and/or visitors.

Responsibilities

• Enter patient demographics and test information into the computer system.
• Process and accession laboratory samples for in-house testing and reference lab testing.
• Must be able to troubleshoot problems when necessary.
• Set-up and prepare samples for testing and ensure that specimens are delivered to proper department for testing and placed on the instrument.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must maintain a clean and safe working environment, wear the proper PPE, and support safety in the workplace.
• Ensures specimen stability and identify specimen errors and follow procedures to correct problems including proper documentation and completion of all work.
• Must support Laboratory goals, policies, procedures, and philosophy.
• Prepares samples and paperwork to be sent to appropriate reference lab or AHA location.
• Scan requisitions, run missing requisition report, and follow‑up.

Skills

Data entry

Independent work

Communication skills

Laboratory experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

SPECIMEN ACCESSIONER – Peoria, IL

American Health Associates is the nation’s largest clinical reference laboratory dedicated to long‑term care — bringing 35 years of diagnostic excellence to patients in 2,500 healthcare facilities nationwide, powered by 14 full‑service, CAP‑accredited laboratories. Our mission is simple: empower patients with better diagnostics, wherever they are. By investing in state‑of‑the‑art technology and a skilled workforce, we can offer a superior program focused on serving the long‑term care industry.

The role

• Enter patient demographic and test information accurately into the computer system.
• Process and accession laboratory samples for in‑house testing and reference lab testing.
• Must be able to troubleshoot problems when necessary.
• Set‑up and prepare samples for testing and ensure that specimens are delivered to proper department for testing and placed on the instrument.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must maintain a clean and safe working environment, wear the proper personal protective equipment, and practice and support safety in the workplace.
• Ensures specimen stability and identify specimen errors and follow procedures to correct problems including proper documentation and proper completion of all work.
• Must support Laboratory goals, policies, procedures, and philosophy.
• Prepares samples and paperwork to be sent to appropriate reference lab or AHA location.
• Scan requisitions, run missing requisition report, and follow‑up.

What we offer

• Competitive pay
• Overtime opportunities (when applicable)
• Continuing education opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Cross‑training in multiple laboratory disciplines
• State‑of‑the‑art laboratory equipment and technology
• Team‑oriented culture
• Commitment to quality patient care
• Flexible scheduling options (depending on position)
• Safety‑focused workplace

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Data Entry experience
• Experience in a clinical laboratory setting
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with co‑workers, clients, patients and/or visitors

American Health Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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