Sample Processing Associate - Weekend PM

Abbott•Madison, WI

6d•$15 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Abbott is seeking a Clinical Lab Associate I, Specimen Processing to perform day-to-day operations in the Specimen Processing Department. Responsibilities include lab productivity and process-line support such as accessioning, processing, using automation, sample racking, lab maintenance and cleaning, and other lab support tasks. The associate follows laboratory policies and procedures and maintains accurate data reporting to support consistent specimen processing. The role 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 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The role is based at 650 Forward Dr, Madison, Wisconsin, and may require travel to other sites within the same city as needed. The position involves handling specimens and bodily fluids, potential exposure to hazardous materials and laboratory equipment, and physical activities including lifting, sitting, standing, repetitive motions, and computer use.

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 seated for approximately 50% of a typical working day and standing for approximately 50%.
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% 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 perform repetitive motions and comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
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, heating, or freezing parts.
Strong critical-thinking, communication, listening, attention-to-detail, organizational, and prioritization skills.

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 and following procedures and protocols, and experience with 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, or countermeasure implementation.

Responsibilities

Perform specimen-processing duties completely, timely, and accurately, including accessioning, processing, automation use, and sample racking.
Provide lab productivity and process-line support, including laboratory maintenance and cleaning.
Support and comply with company Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Document problems and resolutions according to Good Documentation Practices.
Support department goals and organizational priorities, including quality and process improvement initiatives, SOP development, inspections, and audits.
Complete mandatory training and annual competencies within established timelines.
Handle and dispose of specimens according to standard precautions and applicable safety policies.
Understand and comply with laboratory and safety regulations.
Support employee-engagement initiatives and activities.
Maintain professionalism, reliable attendance, and the company’s core values and inclusion-minded behaviors.
Work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, adapt to changing workloads, and respond to new information.
Communicate effectively with people at all organizational levels and maintain attention to detail and organization.
Flex hours and work nights or weekends as needed, and work overtime as needed.
Travel to and work at other sites within the same city as needed.