Pre-Analytical Assistant II

Responsibilities

• Solves more complex problems on a routine basis.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of how Specimen Processing and Tech Ops impact testing departments and result quality.
• Identifies problems with specimen types vs test orders, missing information, improperly positioned bar code labels, etc. with regard to load building, aliquoting, and test add processing.
• Completes all required written documentation such that it is understandable to others, legible and within the assigned time frame.
• Learns additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing to ensure cross-functional support.
• Adheres to all Quest Diagnostics policies and procedures, including safety and compliance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates an understanding of compliance policies related to test ordering, which requires developing the ability to research test ordering information on translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
• Sorts, racks, picks up and delivers specimens to the laboratory, specimen storage, operates centrifuge, aliquots.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a laboratory environment or a production setting.
• Knowledge of Medical background required, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Must have familiarity with personal computers and basic Windows-based software.

About the Role

The Pre-Analytical Assistant II in the Tech Ops Department is responsible for knowing all of the functions of the Pre-Analytical Assistant I, plus additional functions. This role meets or exceeds productivity and quality standards for Pre-Analytical Assistant I and solves more complex problems on a routine basis.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Skills

• Good typing skills.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours.
• Best-in-class well-being programs.
• Anual, no-cost health assessment program.
• Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program.
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off.
• FinFit financial coaching and services.
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Annual incentive plans.
• Matching gifts program.
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Pay and Schedule

• Pay range: $17.20+ per hour.
• Shift Differential: 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift.