Sample Processing Associate - Weekend AM

Abbott•Madison, WI

2d•$15 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Associate I, Specimen Processing performs day-to-day operations in the Specimen Processing Department, including lab productivity and process-line support such as accessioning, processing, automation usage, sample racking, lab maintenance and cleaning, and other lab 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 schedule is Saturday through Monday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The position involves handling specimens and bodily fluids, following safety requirements, and working with laboratory instruments and automation. It requires regular attendance, adaptability in a fast-paced team environment, and the ability to work overtime and flex hours when needed.

Requirements

High school diploma 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, 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, and reach above shoulder height.
Ability to comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to tolerate handling bodily fluids and solids, including blood, urine, and feces, and potential exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, heating, and freezing elements.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or a field related to the essential duties.
Experience in a laboratory or similar environment involving sample integrity, procedures and protocols, and sample collection or handling.
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, and countermeasure implementation.

Responsibilities

Perform specimen-processing responsibilities completely, accurately, and on time, including accessioning, processing, automation usage, sample racking, lab maintenance, cleaning, and other lab support tasks.
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 in accordance with standard precautions and applicable safety policies.
Comply with laboratory and safety regulations.
Work with leadership on individual development goals aligned with organizational priorities.
Support employee engagement initiatives and activities.
Demonstrate Abbott’s core values and maintain professional written and verbal communications.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Travel to and work at other sites within the same city as needed.