Sample Processing Associate - 2nd Shift

Abbott•Madison, WI

4d•$15 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Associate I, Specimen Processing performs day-to-day operations in the Specimen Processing Department, including accessioning, processing, use of automation, sample racking, lab maintenance and cleaning, and other laboratory support tasks. The role follows laboratory policies and procedures and maintains accurate data reporting to ensure consistent execution of specimen processing. It supports the mission and vision of Abbott Cancer Diagnostics and helps ensure the department operates effectively under the guided direction of the Specimen Processing Supervisor or designee. The listed shift is Tuesday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The role requires handling specimens according to safety policies and standard precautions, complying with laboratory and safety regulations, and supporting quality and process improvements. It also requires regular attendance, effective teamwork and communication, and the ability to adapt to changing workloads. The position may involve work at other sites within the same city as needed.

Requirements

High school degree or General Education Diploma.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Experience using computers, including Internet navigation, email, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to perform the essential duties with or without accommodation.
Legal authorization to work in the country of employment without current or future sponsorship.
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, adapt to changing workloads and circumstances, and respond quickly to new information.
Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.
Strong listening, attention-to-detail, organization, and prioritization skills.
Ability to flex hours and work nights and/or weekends as needed.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% of a typical working day.
Ability to work seated for approximately 50% and standing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
Ability to use a mobile device, tablet, or computer 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 or arm, and reach above shoulder height.
Ability to comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to tolerate potential exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, instruments with moving parts, heating and freezing elements, and bodily fluids and solids such as blood, urine, and feces.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform specimen-processing and laboratory support tasks, including accessioning, processing, automation use, sample racking, lab maintenance, and cleaning.
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Document problems and their resolutions according to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Support department goals aligned with organizational priorities.
Work with leadership on individual development goals aligned with organizational priorities.
Support operational initiatives, including quality and process improvements, SOP development, inspections, and audits.
Complete mandatory training assignments and annual competencies within established timelines.
Handle and dispose of specimens according to standard precautions and applicable safety policies.
Understand and comply with laboratory and safety regulations.
Support employee engagement initiatives and activities.
Demonstrate Abbott’s core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Quality, and Innovation.
Maintain professional written and verbal communication and model inclusive behavior.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Travel to and work at other sites within the same city as needed.