Specimen Processor; Overnight
Job in
Chantilly, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22021, USA
Listed on 2026-01-02
Listing for:
VCA Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Clinical Research
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles:
Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.
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* Work Shift:
** 10:30pm-7am M-F, Saturday nights are 9pm-5:30am
** Job Purpose/Overview
** Specimen Processors are responsible for receiving, preparing, and processing most samples that come into 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
** 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
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 required, with science related classes
* 0-1 years related work experience preferred
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** 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
* 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
** 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…
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