Sample Processing Associate I - Weekend PM

Abbott • Madison, WI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sample Processing Associate I is responsible for day-to-day operations in the Specimen Processing Department, including accessioning, processing, automation use, sample racking, laboratory maintenance and cleaning, and other laboratory support tasks. The role follows laboratory policies and procedures and maintains accurate data reporting to ensure consistent execution of specimen processing. It supports the mission and vision of Abbott Cancer Diagnostics and helps ensure the department operates effectively, under the guided direction of the Specimen Processing Supervisor or designee.

The position is based at Abbott's Madison, Wisconsin location and works the weekend shift, Saturday through Monday, from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The role involves handling specimens and bodily fluids, complying with safety and personal protective equipment requirements, and working with instruments that may have moving parts, heating elements, and freezing elements. The listed base pay is $14.85–$29.65 per hour; pay may vary in specific locations.

Requirements

• High school degree or General Education Diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience using computers, including Internet navigation, email, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Legal authorization to work in the country of employment without current or future sponsorship.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment and adapt to changing workloads and circumstances.
• Critical-thinking and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Listening, attention-to-detail, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to flex hours and work nights and/or weekends as needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• 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, reach above shoulder height, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to tolerate handling bodily fluids and solids, including blood, urine, and feces.
• Ability to understand potential exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, heating elements, and freezing elements.
• Ability and means to travel to and work at other sites within the same city as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or a field related to the essential duties.
• Laboratory or similar-environment experience maintaining sample integrity, following procedures and protocols, and collecting or handling samples.
• Knowledge of CAP, GLP, GDP, CLIA, New York State Department of Health requirements, and HIPAA.
• Experience troubleshooting automation and performing instrument maintenance.
• Lean experience, including Kaizen, Kanban, root cause analysis, or countermeasure implementation.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing and laboratory support activities, including accessioning, processing, automation usage, sample racking, laboratory maintenance, and cleaning.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Document problems and resolutions according to Good Documentation Practices.
• Support department goals and operational initiatives, including quality and process improvements, SOP development, inspections, and audits.
• Complete mandatory training assignments and annual competencies within established timelines.
• Handle and dispose of specimens according to standard precautions and applicable safety policies.
• Comply with laboratory and safety regulations.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and activities.
• Work with leadership on individual development goals aligned with organizational priorities.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and meet performance and behavior expectations.
• Travel to and work at other sites within the same city as needed.

What This Job Offers

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