Pre-Analytical Assistant I

Job Title

Pay Range: $12.20hr - $17.20hr

Requirement/Must Have

• Minimal data entry skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Understanding of specimen types related to test(s) ordered.
• Knowledge of clinical department requirements regarding specimen types, quantity needed, handling, and delivery.
• Understanding of compliance regulations related to test ordering.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to change and pursuit of continuous improvement.
• Commitment to fulfilling internal and external customer requirements.
• Willingness to actively contribute to a team-based working environment.
• Ability and willingness to support department staffing needs on weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime.
• Ability to perform tasks with confidence, accuracy, and in a timely manner.
• Proficiency in manual functions including sorting, racking, pickup and delivery of specimens, specimen storage, centrifugation, and aliquoting.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a production environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain composure while working under pressure.
• Good judgment in resolving problems.
• Adherence to core values, safety, compliance, and work process policies.
• Ability to work in a biohazard environment in compliance with safety requirements.
• Ability to keep work area neat and clean in compliance with 5S workplace standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster a positive working environment.
• Work assignment flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
• Flexibility with regard to work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Learn assigned job duties and develop an understanding of how Tech Ops and Specimen Processing functions impact technical departments and result quality.
• Identify problems with specimen types or missing information regarding sorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage.
• Resolve or forward information to support timely problem resolution.
• Research test order information on translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services to ensure compliance.
• Meet quality and production standards within 6 months of completing training.
• Complete all required written documentation legibly and within assigned time frames.
• Report to work on time and follow attendance guidelines to support the department during coworker absences.
• Learn additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing for career progression.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Nice to Have

• Medical background including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Previous experience in a production environment.
• Familiarity with mainframe computers.

Skills

• Data Entry.
• Specimen Handling.
• Centrifugation.
• Aliquoting.
• Sorting.
• Racking.
• Specimen Storage.
• Compliance Knowledge.
• Mainframe Computers.

Qualification And Education

• High School Diploma or GED.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Ability to maneuver large carts and/or racks with specimens.