Accessioner I

Actalent • Brentwood, TN • 4h ago

External Communities Job DescriptionJob Title: Accessioner

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 7am-3:30pm

Job Description

The Accessioner I is responsible for accurately receiving, processing, and cataloging laboratory specimens to support clinical testing and patient diagnosis. This role focuses primarily on blood samples, with occasional handling of other specimen @types such as urine or tissue, and plays a critical part in ensuring that laboratory professionals have reliable information for diagnosis and treatment.

Responsibilities

Receive and triage all incoming specimens for clinical testing, ensuring proper labeling, handling, and prioritization.

Process specimens according to established laboratory procedures and quality standards.

Manage and update clinical information within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) database with accurate and timely data entry.

Perform internal audits of clinical charts and related documentation to verify completeness and accuracy.

Collaborate with various laboratory and clinical departments to ensure testing accuracy and smooth workflow.

Follow laboratory protocols and safety procedures while handling blood and other biological specimens.

Work both independently and as part of a team to meet turnaround times and departmental deadlines.

Essential Skills

02 years of work experience in a laboratory, medical, or specimen processing environment.

Proven attention to accuracy and detail when handling specimens and entering data.

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.

Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented environment.

Experience with specimen processing and accessioning.

Proficiency in data entry and working with laboratory or medical information systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

AS or BS degree in biological sciences preferred.

Background in laboratory or medical settings is beneficial.

Familiarity with laboratory workflows and clinical testing processes.

Comfort working primarily with blood specimens and occasionally with urine or tissue samples.

Work Environment

This role is based in a laboratory setting and involves working with blood and other biological specimens under established safety and quality protocols. The schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The environment is structured, process-driven, and collaborative, with a focus on accuracy, timely specimen processing, and effective communication across departments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Brentwood, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.75 - $18.63/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Brentwood, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brentwood,TN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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