Sample Processing Associate - 3rd Shift

Abbott•Madison, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Associate I, Specimen Processing performs 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 that the department operates effectively, under the guided direction of the Specimen Processing Supervisor or designee. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 10 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The role is based at 650 Forward Dr in Madison, Wisconsin, and may require travel to other sites within the same city as needed. The position involves handling specimens and potential exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, bodily fluids and solids, and instruments with moving parts, heating, and freezing elements. The base pay is $14.85–$29.65 per hour; the pay range may vary in specific locations.

Requirements

High school degree or General Education Diploma.
Must be at least 18 years old.
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 in a fast-paced team environment, adapt effectively to changing workloads and circumstances, and respond quickly to new information.
Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.
Strong listening, attention-to-detail, organizational, 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 working day.
Ability to work seated for approximately 50% and standing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
Ability to use a mobile device, tablet, or computer and/or type for approximately 75% of a typical working day.
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, such as blood, urine, and feces, and potential exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, heating, 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 of the job.
Experience in a laboratory or similar environment maintaining sample integrity, following procedures and protocols, and collecting or handling samples.
Knowledge and understanding of CAP, GLP, GDP, CLIA, New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), and HIPAA.
Experience troubleshooting automation and performing instrument maintenance.
Lean experience, such as Kaizen, Kanban, root cause analysis, or countermeasure implementation.

Responsibilities

Perform specimen-processing department operations, including accessioning, processing, automation usage, sample racking, laboratory maintenance and cleaning, and other laboratory support tasks.
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Document problems and resolutions following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Support department goals aligned with organizational priorities and work with leadership on individual development goals.
Support quality and process improvements, SOP development, department 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 to maintain and improve team morale.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and meet performance and behavior expectations.
Travel to and work at other sites within the same city as needed.