Lead Specimen Processor (Overnight Shift)

Antech•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care. 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.

Requirements

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.
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

Responsibilities

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