Pre-Analytical Assistant - Specimen Processing

Contract Duration 6 Months

Job Description :

Pre-Analytical Assistant I is responsible for general support functions within the Technical Operations Department.

Job Requirements :

• Minimal data entry skills
• Good organizational skills
• Understanding of specimen types related to test(s) ordered.
• Clinical department requirements with regard to specimen types and quantity needed for each test, specimen handling, and delivery.
• Understanding of compliance regulations related to test ordering which may change on a daily basis
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to change and pursue continuous improvement
• Commitment to fulfilling internal and external customer requirements in the course of carrying out routine position responsibilities
• Willingness to actively contribute to a team-based working environment A o Ability and willingness to support the goals of the department with regard to staffing needs on weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime
• Tasks and responsibilities must be performed with confidence, accuracy, and in a timely manner
• Performance task proficiency includes but is not limited to the following manual functions : - sorting- racking- pickup and delivery of specimens to the laboratory- specimen storage this position might also be trained to run the sorters in archive mode - centrifugation- aliquoting

Job Accountabilities :

• Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties assigned to the Pre-Analytical Assistant I, and develops an understanding of how all the functions in Tech Ops and Specimen Processing work together and how they impact Technical departments and result in quality.
• Pre-Analytical Assistant identifies problems with specimen types, missing information, etc., with regard to sorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage of specimens;

is able to resolve or forward information in support of timely problem resolution.

• Demonstrates an understanding of compliance policies related to test ordering, which requires developing the ability to research test order information on translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
• Meets quality and production standards within 6 months of completing training.
• Completes all required written documentation such that it is understandable to others, legible, and within the assigned time frame.
• Reports to work on time, and follows attendance guidelines; supports the department's performance in the event of coworker absences.
• Learned additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing to allow timely progression to the next level.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements / Environment :

• Handles multiple tasks simultaneously and works in a production environment.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff both verbally and written.
• Maintains composure while working under pressure.
• Reflects good judgment at all times when determining what action to take in resolving problems.
• Adheres to the Core Values, safety, compliance, and work process policies and procedures.
• Works in a biohazard environment, in compliance with all applicable safety requirements.
• Keeps work area neat and clean; complies with 5S workplace standards.
• Able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods; able to lift up to 50 lbs.; maneuver large carts and / or racks with specimens.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive working environment.
• Demonstrates work assignment flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
• Must have some flexibility with regard to work schedule.

The incumbent should possess the knowledge, skills, and experience usually obtained by :

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Previous experience in a production environment is preferred.
• Prefer familiarity with mainframe computers

Benefits :

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Company :

• Our client empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors, and improve healthcare management.
• The company annually serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and hospitals in the United States, and their 47,000 employees understand that, in the right hands and with the right context, their diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform lives.
• As the world’s leading provider of diagnostic information services, this company is committed to positively impacting the communities they are a part of by promoting a healthier world, building value for all its stakeholders, and creating an inspiring and inclusive workplace.

Inclusion & Diversity are woven into who they are and what they do. The company is inspired by the experiences and perspectives of its diverse employees.

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Last updated : 2024-04-23