Clinical Lab Associate IV - 2nd Shift

Abbott Laboratories•Madison, WI

3d•$22 - $45

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Associate IV supports the Specimen Processing Supervisor in leading the day-to-day operations of the Specimen Processing Department, including lab productivity and processing-line support. Duties may include creating task schedules, assisting with team member one-on-one documentation and conversations and interviews, delivering employee feedback and redirection, conducting quality and safety investigations and root cause analyses, recommending and implementing corrective and preventive action plans, supporting workflow and automation management, creating and editing standard operating procedures, and leading team meetings. The role follows laboratory policies and procedures and maintains accurate data reporting to support consistent execution of specimen processing. It supports the mission and vision of Abbott Cancer Diagnostics and helps ensure effective department operations under the guided direction of the Specimen Processing Supervisor or designee. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Requirements

High school degree or General Education Diploma.
Must be at least 18 years old.
At least 3 years of experience working in a laboratory, medical, or high-throughput environment.
At least 2 years of experience leading, mentoring, and/or coaching others, with or without direct reports.
General knowledge and understanding of CAP, GLP, GDP, CLIA, New York State Department of Health requirements, and HIPAA.
Intermediate knowledge and experience using internet navigation, email, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties, with or without accommodation.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% of a typical workday.
Ability to work seated for approximately 50% and standing for approximately 50% of a typical workday.
Ability to use a mobile device, tablet, or computer and/or type for approximately 75% of a typical workday.
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 actions.
Ability to tolerate handling bodily fluids and solids, including blood, urine, and feces, and potential exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, instruments with moving parts, and heating and freezing elements.
Strong critical thinking, communication, listening, attention to detail, organization, and prioritization skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, adapt to changing circumstances, and respond quickly to new information.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in life sciences, physical sciences, or a related field.
At least 4 years of experience in a clinical laboratory or 3.5 years in a Cologuard Clinical Lab.
At least 2 years leading a team of direct reports or 3 years leading, mentoring, and/or coaching others without direct reports.
Experience troubleshooting automation and performing instrument maintenance.
Lean experience, including Kaizen, Kanban, root cause analysis, and countermeasure implementation.

Responsibilities

Support the Specimen Processing Supervisor with day-to-day department operations, lab productivity, and processing-line support.
Create task schedules and assist with team member one-on-one documentation, conversations, and interviews.
Deliver employee feedback and redirection; lead team meetings.
Conduct quality and safety investigations and root cause analyses, and recommend or implement corrective and preventive action plans.
Support workflow and automation management.
Create new standard operating procedures and edit existing procedures.
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Document problems and resolutions according to Good Documentation Practices.
Work with leadership to develop department and individual development goals aligned with organizational priorities.
Support quality and process improvements, SOP development, department inspections, and audits.
Assist the Clinical Lab Training Department by reviewing training materials, identifying training needs and resources, and providing training as needed.
Complete mandatory training assignments and annual competencies within established timelines.
Handle and dispose of specimens in accordance with standard precautions and applicable safety policies.
Comply with laboratory and safety regulations.
Support employee engagement initiatives and activities and communicate and manage change effectively.
Maintain professional communication, reliable attendance, and expected performance and behavior.
Work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, adapt to changing workloads, and make timely decisions.
Flex hours and work nights or weekends as needed to support ES Labs; work overtime as needed.
Travel to and work at other sites within the same city as needed.