Pre-Analytical Assistant I
About The Position
The Pre-Analytical Assistant I provides general support functions within the Technical Operations Department. The role involves learning assigned duties and understanding how Technical Operations and Specimen Processing functions work together and affect technical departments and result quality. The position is based in Lenexa, Kansas, and is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The pay range is $18.00 or more per hour; offers depend on factors including skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market conditions, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimal data-entry skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a production environment.
- Medical background, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Learn assigned Pre-Analytical Assistant I duties and understand how Technical Operations and Specimen Processing functions work together and affect technical departments and result quality.
- Identify specimen issues, such as specimen type or missing information, during sorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage; resolve issues or forward information to support timely resolution.
- Develop an understanding of test-order compliance policies and research test-order information using translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
- Meet quality and production standards within six months of completing training.
- Complete required written documentation legibly, understandably, and within the assigned time frame.
- Report to work on time, follow attendance guidelines, and support department performance when coworkers are absent.
- Learn additional Technical Operations and Specimen Processing functions to progress to the next level in a timely manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees working 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
