Specimen Processor (Overnight Shift)

Antech Diagnostics•Orlando, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Specimen Processors are responsible for receiving, preparing, and processing most samples that come into the department. This role involves accurately processing standard requisitions per approved procedures at expected rates, removing specimens from transport bags, entering patient data, labeling samples, and aliquoting as needed for multiple testing. The position also includes keeping inventory of samples after testing by scanning them into storage racks, searching the lab for unsorted samples, sorting samples for distribution, scanning tubes into storage racks, and entering specimen data into a database to verify accuracy. Additionally, Specimen Processors accession various sample types, check trash containers within the department, assist other lab personnel with specimen storage, and ensure Turn Around Times (TATs) are met. They must follow applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including safety and quality procedures, maintain a clean and organized work area, restock supplies, and consult with senior peers on non-complex tasks. All other duties as assigned are also part of the role. The company emphasizes ethical conduct, accountability, and integrity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required, with science related classes
0-1 years related work experience preferred
Attention to detail and organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
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
Positive, can-do attitude
Data Entry skills
Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Receives and prepares samples for laboratory analyses.
Accurately process standard requisitions per approved procedures at expected rates.
Removes specimens from transport bags, enter patient data, label samples and aliquot as needed for multiple testing.
Keep inventory of samples after testing has been completed by scanning into storage racks.
Search lab for any samples not scanned into storage racks.
Sort samples for distribution throughout the lab (Coggins, cytology, etc.).
Scan tubes into storage racks and enter specimen data into database to verify the accuracy of information.
Accession various sample types for processing.
Check all trash containers within the Specimen Processing department when assigned.
Assists other lab personnel with specimen storage.
Ensure 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.
Consult with senior peers on non-complex specimen processing tasks to learn through experience.
All other duties as assigned.