Lead Specimen Processor

Work Shift: M-F : 10:00pm - 6:30am, alternating Saturday.

Work Type: On-Site

This is an On-Site role based out of one of Laboratory located in Orlando, FL.

The Target Pay for this position is $21.54 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

Job Purpose/Overview

The Lead Specimen Processor is responsible for receiving and preparing samples for laboratory analyses and tests. They assist the department Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor with leading the activities of the department

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May be required to train incoming Specimen Processors

• Perform quality audits, as necessary and consult with all other Specimen Processors on problems and questions

• Help coordinate workflow to ensure finish time objectives and production goals are met. Make scheduling changes when required

• Coordinate the resolution to processing related errors

• Help Supervisor enforce departmental policies and procedures.

• Keep Supervisor informed of problems and issues

• Receives and prepares samples for laboratory analyses and tests to diagnose various pet and other animal illnesses, injuries, and diseases in support of veterinarian animal treatment

• Removes specimens from transport bags and splits as needed for multiple testing.  Retrieves and prepares add-on and rechecks.

• Records information about specimens.  Labels and numbers of slides, specimens, and submittals.  Enters specimen data into database.  Make copies of submittals.  Verifies accuracy of information

• Racks and bundles prepared samples for delivery to each testing department.  Verified samples are in the correct locations

• Assists other lab personnel with specimen storage and ensuring Turn Around Times (TAT's) are met

• Follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures.  Maintains clean and organized work area.  Restocks supplies as needed

• Participates in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation

• Responsible for various support activities, including maintaining supply inventory, record-keeping, shipping and receiving, cleaning and other related duties

• Checks inventory of supplies, stock shelves and maintains order in stockroom.  Ensures documents are completed according to established SOPs

• Prepares samples on slides or other testing format, records required information and sends to appropriate specialty lab area

• Perform other duties as assigned

We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every Associate is responsible for asking questions, seeking guidance, and reporting concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that Associates will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and work experience required, preferably in a Science-related field.

• 1- year of specimen processing experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Training and teaching skills and ability

• Proven leadership, motivational and mediating abilities

• Ability to organize, prioritize and direct work activities

• Proficiency in all testing and services for training personnel

• Laboratory skills and experience.

• Reasoning and analytical skills to resolve issues.

• Communication skills, both verbal and written

• Proficiency in the English language which allows for participation in team meetings, accurate entry of data into company systems and understanding of written directions.

• Attention to detail and organized with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Positive, can-do attitude

• Data Entry skills

• Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office

Travel

Travel may be required

Working Conditions

• Stationary Position- must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to 2 hours.

• Constantly operates a computer and other lab equipment accurately and efficiently.

• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch

• Required to lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs.

• Extended hours may be needed

• Laboratory environments with potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE.

• Work under close to moderate supervision. 

• Potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards. A complete list of such chemicals is available from department supervision.