Benefits:- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Brookhaven Gastroenterology is seeking an Accessioner/Lab Office Assistant for our growing pathology lab located in Westhampton, NY. This is a full time, permanent, day position for a motivated individual willing to learn new skills. The ideal candidate needs a high school diploma or equivalent and have relevant medical office experience. Some specialized training in medical office skills, and HIPAA compliance is preferred. Must be a quick learner, flexible, have excellent attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
- Receives specimens
- Performs accessioning (data entry) needed or required to facilitate accurate reporting of specimens into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to include printing labels and cassettes
- Performs queries in (LIS) for basic patient information
- Reviews patient records for missing information and flags appropriately
- Faxes reports to clients manually and from the LIS and verifies success
- Scans patient information and sends to appropriate department
- Manages incoming and outgoing shipments and mail
- Files patient documents such as requisitions and insurance information
- Performs clerical duties for management
- Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, and other external sources
- Maintains send out of specimens and the send out log
- Prepares and prints out reports for the lab manager
- Assists with slide and block filing
- Keeps office area neat and organized
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:Minimum: High School Diploma
Preferred : Experience in a medical office/lab
Hours:Full Time Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. –4 p.m