Lab Assistant (Referral Representative I)

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Florida; On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Inc. in Miramar, FL is seeking a Lab Assistant (Referral Representative I) to handle referrals, process specimens, and resolve complex customer issues on a first-class basis. The role runs Monday to Friday, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with a pay range starting at $17.75 per hour and potential shift differentials for second/third shifts.

Bonuses and comprehensive benefits are available. The position emphasizes specimen processing, quality control, client communication, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years clinical laboratory experience.
• Customer service and/ or medical background preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Responsibilities

• Retrieve, sort and process specimens for shipment to referral laboratories.
• Ensure sample quality and accuracy; identify problems with specimen types.
• Prepare specimens and packages for shipment per IATA regulations.
• Handle all customer inquiries regarding reporting of results and service issues.
• Report laboratory results using established protocols.
• Contact clients to resolve routine or medical/technical matters related to patient testing and result reporting.
• Maintain work area in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information Systems)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Lab Assistant (Referral Representative I) - Miramar, FL, Monday to Friday, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM

Pay range: $17.75+ per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 'MyDay' off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Handle all internal and external customer contact regarding Referral Testing. Receive,resolveand followupwith complex customer issues. Act as a liaison between internal and external customers and Referral vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Retrieve,sortand process specimens for shipment to referral laboratories.
• Ensure sample quality and accuracy. Identifyproblems with specimen types, missing information, incorrect temperature, quantity not sufficient, etc.
• Prepare specimensand packagesfor shipmentensuring they are preparedaccording to IATA regulations.
• Responsible for filing departmental documents.
• Handleall customer inquiriesregarding reporting of results, service failuresand other quality issues to provide customer satisfaction.
• Report laboratory results using established protocols.
• Contactclientsto resolve routine or medical/technical matters related to patient testing andresult reportingusing established protocols.
• Perform investigationsand provide resolution to complex Referral Testing issues.
• Research test availability using established protocol for selecting a referral vendor.
• AssistClientServices,CustomersandSales by effectively answering questions and responding to concerns in a timely manner.
• Communicate all tests not performed [TNP's] and lab accidents to clients within 24 hours of notification. Document thoroughly; elevate issues of concern to supervisor.
• Identifyand escalateReportable Quality incidents to supervisors.
• Maintainwork areain a safe,functionaland sanitary condition.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA,OSHAand laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications:

Required WorkExperience:

Minimumone (1)totwo (2)years clinical laboratory experience.

Preferred Work Experience:

Customer service and/or medical background preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.

Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of the operations ofClientServices and Specimen Processing.
• Thorough understanding of Referral Testing.
• Basic medical terminology applicable to clinical laboratory.

Skills:

• Must be detail-oriented,have the ability towork independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Demonstrate strong independent problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors,co-workersand clients.
• Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clientsand vendors.
• Ability to deal withpatient andclient information in a confidential manner.
• Good data entry skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word,Exceland Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.