Pre-Analytical Assistant I

Cynet Systems • Pittsburgh, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-Analytical Assistant I role involves supporting the Tech Ops and Specimen Processing departments by ensuring accurate handling, sorting, and delivery of specimens. This position requires a strong understanding of specimen types, clinical department requirements, and compliance regulations related to test ordering. The assistant will be responsible for identifying and resolving issues with specimens, meeting quality and production standards, and maintaining accurate documentation. This role also involves supporting departmental staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime, and demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to continuous improvement within a team-based environment.

Requirements

• Minimal data entry skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Understanding of specimen types related to test(s) ordered.
• Understanding of clinical department requirements regarding specimen types, quantity, handling, and delivery.
• Understanding of compliance regulations related to test ordering.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to change and pursue continuous improvement.
• Commitment to fulfilling internal and external customer requirements.
• Willingness to actively contribute to a team-based working environment.
• Ability and willingness to support departmental staffing needs on weekends, holidays, on call, and overtime.
• Ability to perform tasks with confidence, accuracy, and in a timely manner.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work in a production environment.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) with all levels of staff.
• Ability to maintain composure while working under pressure.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in problem resolution.
• Adherence to Core Values, safety, compliance, and work process policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in a biohazard environment, complying with all applicable safety requirements.
• Ability to keep work area neat and clean and comply with 5S workplace standards.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to maneuver large carts and/or racks with specimens.
• Strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive working environment.
• Demonstrated work assignment flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
• Some flexibility with regard to work schedule.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Medical background preferred, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Previous experience in a production environment preferred.
• Familiarity with mainframe computers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand job duties of the Pre-Analytical Assistant I and how functions in Tech Ops and Specimen Processing impact Technical departments and result quality.
• Identify and resolve or escalate problems with specimen types, missing information, sorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage of specimens.
• Demonstrate understanding of compliance policies related to test ordering by researching information on translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
• Meet quality and production standards within 6 months of completing training.
• Complete all required written documentation legibly, understandably, and within the assigned time frame.
• Report to work on time, follow attendance guidelines, and support departmental performance during coworker absences.
• Learn additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing for progression to the next level.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED