Sample Processing Associate - Weekend PM

Abbott • Madison, WI

5d • 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, accessioning, processing, automation usage, sample racking, lab maintenance and cleaning, and other laboratory support tasks. The associate follows laboratory policies and procedures and maintains accurate data reporting to support consistent execution of specimen processing and the effective operation of Abbott Cancer Diagnostics’ Specimen Processing department. The work is performed under the guided direction of the Specimen Processing Supervisor or designee. The scheduled shift is Saturday through Monday, 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

The role supports the company Quality Management System, maintains documentation using Good Documentation Practices, contributes to department goals and operational initiatives, completes required training and competencies, and handles and disposes of specimens according to applicable safety policies. The associate is expected to demonstrate Abbott’s core values, communicate professionally, maintain reliable attendance, and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment. The position may involve overtime, work at other sites within the same city, and exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, bodily fluids, and instruments with moving parts, heating, and freezing elements.

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, 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 to changing workloads and circumstances, and respond quickly to new information.
• Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills across 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.
• 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.
• 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 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 operations, including accessioning, processing, automation usage, sample racking, lab maintenance, cleaning, and other lab support tasks.
• Support and comply with Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Document problems and resolutions in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Support department goals, 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.
• Maintain accurate data reporting and follow laboratory policies and procedures.
• Work under the guided direction of the Specimen Processing Supervisor or designee.

What This Job Offers

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