Lab Assistant II
About The Position
The Pre-Analytical Assistant II in the Tech Ops Department performs all functions of a Pre-Analytical Assistant I, along with additional duties. The role supports specimen processing and laboratory operations, including load building, aliquoting, and test-add processing. The assistant identifies specimen and order issues, understands how specimens and tests relate to routing work to the correct departments, and completes required documentation accurately and on time. The position is based in Irving, Texas, and is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Pay starts at $17.20 per hour. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Medical background, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
- Familiarity with personal computers and basic Windows-based software.
- Good typing skills.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in a laboratory environment or production setting.
Responsibilities
- Performs all responsibilities of Pre-Analytical Assistant I and meets or exceeds that role’s productivity and quality standards.
- Solves more complex problems on a routine basis.
- Demonstrates a basic understanding of how Specimen Processing and Tech Ops affect testing departments and result quality.
- Identifies issues involving specimen types versus test orders, missing information, and improperly positioned bar code labels in load building, aliquoting, and test-add processing.
- Understands the relationship between tests ordered and specimens received when building loads for the correct departments.
- Completes required written documentation so it is understandable, legible, and submitted within the assigned time frame.
- Meets quality and production standards within six months of completing training.
- Learns additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing to provide cross-functional support.
- Follows Quest Diagnostics policies and procedures, including safety and compliance requirements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Develops the ability to research test-ordering information using translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
- Sorts, racks, picks up, and delivers specimens to the laboratory and specimen storage; operates a centrifuge and aliquots specimens.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees who work 30 or more hours.
- Well-being programs.
- Annual no-cost Blueprint for Wellness health assessment program.
- healthyMINDS mental health program.
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
- Six holidays plus one 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, with a buy-up option.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Annual incentive plans.
- Matching gifts program.
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
