Lab Assistant Group Lead

Quest Diagnostics•Clifton, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

General Work closely with the department supervisors and/or managers to assist in the direction of lab assistants within the lab to ensure the production of accurate processing in a timely manner. Pay range: $17.76 - $26.64 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Requirements

One (1) to three (3) years full-time experience in a technical or clinical laboratory department.
Basic knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
Must demonstrate the ability to follow a series of steps without confusion or errors on an on-going basis and retain the information once learned.
Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year as a Quest Lab Assistant preferred.
Associates Degree Laboratory Science or Medical Technology preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology, Chemistry or Biology (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Ensure work is being completed timely and correctly, adjust staff duties to meet business needs.
Communicate regularly with supervisor and manager regarding issues, concerns and other department needs.
Consult on work in progress to address concerns in absence of supervisor to ensure accuracy and timely performance.
Assist in the training and competency testing of Lab Assistants.
Perform specimen receiving, labeling, handling and preparation.
Assist with pre-analytical preparation of specimens (e.g., printing labels, uncap/cap specimen tubes, aliquot specimens, prepare racks, worklists, enter/scan specimens and load automated instruments).
Record digital temperature; notify licensed personnel if temperature is out of range.
Perform routine instrument maintenance on some equipment.
Assist in preparation of chemicals, reagents and solutions.
Clean, organize and maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g., refrigerators, freezers and supply cabinets, as needed).
Assist with monitoring the department pending and overdue lists, which includes, searching, locating, following up and filing appropriate documentation.
Perform other departmental tasks such as filing, archiving and retrieving slides/blocks, reports, requisitions/other paperwork and answering the telephone.
Dispose of biohazardous material.
Enter data in laboratory information systems (LIS).
Perform QA/QC duties as assigned.
Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
Comply with all health and safety policies, procedures and practices.
Required to use personal protective equipment.
Other duties as assigned.
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, 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