What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accessioner position at DRUGSCAN?
Company Description Drugscan is a national toxicology and infectious disease testing laboratory that partners with healthcare organizations and employers to deliver critical testing for healthier lives and safer workplaces. Founded in 1985, the company has more than 40 years of experience operating CAP- and SAMHSA-certified laboratories. Drugscan is a recognized leader in prescription drug and addiction monitoring, specialized drug testing, and workplace drug testing, screening, and program management across 48 states. The corporate office and state-of-the-art laboratories are located in Horsham, PA, offering a professional environment with a focus on quality, compliance, and innovation.
Role Description The Accessioner is responsible for accurately receiving, verifying, and processing specimens as they arrive at the laboratory. In this full-time, on-site role based in Horsham, PA, the Accessioner matches requisitions to specimens, confirms patient and test information, and enters data into the laboratory information system. Day-to-day tasks include labeling and organizing samples, resolving missing or incomplete information, and coordinating with client services and laboratory staff to ensure timely and accurate testing. The Accessioner maintains chain-of-custody documentation, follows established safety and compliance protocols, and supports overall workflow efficiency within the toxicology and infectious disease testing laboratories.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in specimen handling, data entry, and documentation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment, prioritize tasks, and meet turnaround times.
- Proficiency with basic computer applications and comfort using laboratory information systems or similar databases.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with laboratory staff, client services, and external partners.
- Commitment to following safety, quality, and regulatory procedures in a clinical laboratory setting.
- High school diploma or equivalent; prior laboratory accessioning, phlebotomy, or medical office experience is preferred.
- Willingness to learn toxicology and infectious disease testing workflows; experience in healthcare or clinical diagnostics is a plus.
- Ability to stand, move, and handle specimens for extended periods while maintaining professional conduct.