Night Shift Specimen Processor — Lab Support

Antech Diagnostics; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition/Continuing Education Reimburse

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Pet Care Discounts

Job summary

Antech Diagnostics is seeking a Specimen Processor in Fountain Valley, CA to receive, prepare and process diverse samples for laboratory analyses. The role requires careful data entry, adherence to SOPs, and accurate handling of specimens to support efficient lab operations.

Work schedule is 11:30pm - 8am with Sunday and Wednesday off; the target pay is $21.15/hour. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 0-1 years of related experience, with strong attention to detail and data-entry

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data Entry

Multitasking

Communication skills

English proficiency

Typing

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Antech Diagnostics is seeking a Specimen Processor in Fountain Valley, CA to receive, prepare and process diverse samples for laboratory analyses. The role requires careful data entry, adherence to SOPs, and accurate handling of specimens to support efficient lab operations.

Work schedule is 11:30pm - 8am with Sunday and Wednesday off; the target pay is $21.15/hour. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 0-1 years of related experience, with strong attention to detail and data-entry