Clinical Lab Assoc III - Weekend AM

Thornton Tomasetti; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 58,741,000 - 117,482,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott seeks a Senior Clinical Lab Associate, Specimen Processing to lead day‑to‑day operations and drive efficiency in the Specimen Processing Department. You will troubleshoot production workflows, manage sample storage audits, and help maintain SOPs under supervision.

Responsibilities include supporting training activities, completing mandatory training, and ensuring compliance with GDP, CAP, GLP, CLIA, NYSDOH, and HIPAA while maintaining accurate data reporting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years in a laboratory, medical, or high-throughput environment.
• 1+ year of leading, mentoring, and/or coaching others.
• Knowledge of CAP, GLP, GDP, CLIA, NYSDOH, and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain documentation of problems and resolutions following GDP.
• Lead department goals aligned with organizational priorities.
• Provide training support and develop training resources as needed.
• Handle specimens following safety policies and standard precautions.
• Communicate and manage change effectively.

Skills

Leadership experience

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field

Associate degree in Life Sciences or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Position Overview

The Senior Clinical Lab Associate, Specimen Processing is responsible for performing the day-to-day operations of the Specimen Processing Department; including, but not limited to, lab productivity and process line support, exception handling, lab maintenance, and lab logistics. Tasks may include but are not limited to: lead production workflow and automation troubleshooting, advanced sample problem resolution, sample storage audits and troubleshooting, advanced automation maintenance, monitor production reports and goal progress, support employee feedback and redirection, support the review and editing of standard operating procedures, lead team meetings. The Senior Clinical Lab Associate, Specimen Processing follows all Laboratory policies and procedures and maintains accurate data reporting practices to ensure consistent and diligent execution of Specimen Processing. This role supports the mission and vision of Exact Sciences Laboratories and shares the responsibility of ensuring the Specimen Processing department operates effectively. The function of this position is performed under the guided direction of the Specimen Processing Supervisor or designee.

Shift: Sat - Mon, 6a - 630p

Essential Duties

• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain documentation of problems and problem resolutions following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Work with leadership to develop department goals that align with organizational priorities.
• Work with leadership to identify and progress on individual development goals that align with organizational priorities.
• Support operational initiatives including, but not limited to, quality and process improvements, SOP development, department inspections and audits.
• Assist and support the Clinical Lab Training Department; including, but not limited to, reviewing department specific training materials, identifying additional training needs/resources, and providing training, as needed.
• Complete all mandatory training assignments and annual competencies within established timelines.
• Handle and dispose of all specimens following standard precautions and applicable safety policies.
• Understand and comply with all lab and safety regulations.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and activities to maintain and improve team morale.
• Communicate and manage change effectively.

Performance and Behavior Expectations

• Exemplify the core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Quality, and Innovation at all times.
• Self-motivation with a results-driven approach.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism in written and verbal communications.
• Act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Demonstrate the necessary skills and abilities: Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment, adapt to changing workload and circumstances effectively and respond to new information quickly. Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization through both verbal and written communication. High level of listening skills and attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Degree/General Education Diploma.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 2+ years of experience working in a laboratory, medical or high throughput environment.
• 1+ year of experience leading, mentoring and/or coaching others with or without direct reports.
• General knowledge and understanding of CAP, GLP, GDP, CLIA, New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), and HIPAA.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience using Internet navigation, email, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory or 2.5 years in Cologuard Clinical Lab.
• 1+ year of experience leading a team of direct reports or 2+ years of experience leading, mentoring and/or coaching others without direct reports.
• Experience in troubleshooting automation and performing instrument maintenance.
• Lean experience (Kaizen, Kanban, root cause analysis, countermeasure implementation, etc.).

The base pay for this position is $20.50 – $41.00/hour

JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: ONCO Cancer Diagnostics LOCATION: United States > Madison : 650 Forward Dr ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No

Significant Work Activities

Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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