Specimen Processing - Pre-Analytical Assistant

TalentBurst•Baltimore, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-Analytical Assistant I provides general support functions within the Technical Operations Department. The role involves manual specimen-processing tasks and learning how functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing work together and affect technical departments and result quality. The position works in a production and biohazard environment and requires accuracy, sound judgment, adaptability, and effective communication. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. and is a 6+ month position in Baltimore, Maryland.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimal data-entry skills.
Good organizational skills.
Understand specimen types related to tests ordered, clinical department requirements for specimen types and quantities, and specimen handling and delivery.
Understand compliance regulations related to test ordering, which may change daily.
Handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work in a production environment.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with staff at all levels.
Maintain composure under pressure and exercise good judgment when resolving problems.
Adhere to safety, compliance, and work-process policies and procedures.
Work in a biohazard environment in compliance with applicable safety requirements.
Sit, stand, or walk for long periods; lift up to 50 pounds; and maneuver large carts or specimen racks.
Demonstrate flexibility with work assignments and schedules and adapt to change.
Support department staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call work, and overtime.
Complete assigned tasks confidently, accurately, and in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

Medical background, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
Previous experience in a production environment.
Familiarity with mainframe computers.

Responsibilities

Sort and rack specimens.
Pick up and deliver specimens to the laboratory.
Store specimens and perform centrifugation and aliquoting.
May be trained to operate sorters in archive mode.
Identify problems with specimen types, missing information, and specimen processing, and resolve them or forward information to support timely resolution.
Research test-order information using translation tables, the computer system, and the directory of services.
Meet quality and production standards within six months of completing training.
Complete required written documentation legibly, clearly, and within assigned time frames.
Report to work on time, follow attendance guidelines, and support department performance during coworker absences.
Learn additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing to progress to the next level.
Keep the work area neat and clean and comply with 5S workplace standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.