Clinical Lab Associate I, Pre-Analytical - 3rd Shift

About the role

The Clinical Lab Associate I, Specimen Processing plays a crucial role in supporting the Specimen Processing Department at Exact Sciences. This position involves performing various lab support tasks, adhering to company policies, and contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

Responsibilities

• Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain documentation of problems and problem resolutions following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Support department goals that align with organizational priorities.
• Work with leadership to identify and progress on individual development goals that align with organizational priorities.
• Complete all mandatory training assignments and annual competencies within established timelines.
• Handle and dispose of all specimens following standard precautions and applicable safety policies.
• Understand and comply with all lab and safety regulations.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and activities to maintain and improve team morale.

Requirements

• High School Degree/General Education Diploma.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience using computers to include Internet navigation, email, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or field related to the essential duties of the job.
• Experience in a laboratory or similar environment with maintaining sample integrity, following procedures and protocols, and sample collecting/handling.
• Knowledge and understanding of CAP, GLP, GDP, CLIA, New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), and HIPAA.
• Experience in troubleshooting automation and performing instrument maintenance.
• Leverage experience (Kaizen, Kanban, root cause analysis, countermeasure implementation, etc.).

Skills

• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, adapt to changing workload and circumstances effectively, and respond to new information quickly.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work seated for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work standing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 75% of a typical working day.
• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm.
• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability and means to travel to and work at all other sites within the same city, as needed.

Benefits

• Paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time).
• Paid leave for parents and caregivers.
• A retirement savings plan.
• Wellness support.
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.

Pay

$32,000.00 - $53,000.00 annually, depending on location and experience.

Schedule

Tuesday through Friday, 10p - 7:30a.