Lab Associate II

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Annual incentive plans

Education assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics seeks a Lab Associate II in Lenexa, KS, Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM with rotational Saturdays. Pay range starts at $18.73 per hour. The role provides benefits starting Day 1 for FT employees working 30+ hours, and offers opportunities for performance bonuses.

The position supports testing workflows, handles samples, maintains records, and assists licensed personnel in pre- and post-analytic steps. It emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science or Chemistry; preferred life science coursework.
• 1 year of histopathology, cytology or other laboratory experience.
• 1 year of experience handling PHI and using a LIS.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize samples for testing (racking, aliquoting, tube prep).
• Label, handle, process, transport, and store specimens.
• Identify sample problems and assist in resolution.
• Prepare testing equipment and assist with maintenance and notify staff of issues.
• Assist licensed personnel in pre- and post-analytic testing activities.
• Prepare reagents and controls.
• Maintain records of reagents and media.
• Manage inventory and restock laboratory supplies.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Typing

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science or Chemistry

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

LIS

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Lab Associate II - Lenexa, KS, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM with rotational Saturdays

Pay range: $18.73+ per hour

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.

Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental.

Benefits Information

• 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!

Thisnon-licensedpositionisaccountable forassisting withgeneral support for the laboratory, following all applicable policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and organizes samples for testing, for example, sample racking, aliquoting and tube preparation.
• Responsible for labeling, handling, processing or preparation, and transportation and storage of specimens.
• Identifies sample problems and assists in resolving appropriately. Demonstrates problem solving ability on service and production issues.
• Prepares testing equipment and assists with preventive maintenance. Notifies appropriate technical staff of equipment problems.
• Assists licensed personnel (CA only) or delegated supervisor (non-CA) in the pre-analytic and post- analytic testing activities, other than trainees, in a licensed clinicallaboratory.
• Prepares pre-analytical reagents and controls using automated or fixed volume measuring devices. Submits documentation to appropriate staff for approval to use.
• Prepares and maintains complete and accurate records of reagents or media using established procedures, formulas, stock solutions and fixed volume measuring devices.
• Maintains inventory of consumable items including reagents and supplies. Orders, unpacks, logs, dates and stores reagents/supplies upon receipt and properly rotates stock for use. Performs inventory of laboratory items including restocking the benches and equipment inventory.
• Sorting and accessioning incoming specimens into appropriate LIS, then delivering to designated testing platform/department.
• Performs data entry or transcribes data from previously recorded results to computer for data reduction and prepares for licensed personnel's review.
• Tallies workload data and prepares reports as requested.
• Assists in the performance of quality control procedures.
• Prepares protocols/logs or other appropriate documents.
• Identifies specimen problems and demonstrates ability to appropriately resolve or elevate to licensed personnel (CA only) or delegated supervisor (non-CA).
• Assists a licensed person (e.g.: CLS) with performance of validation verifications and other Research and Development (R&D) activities, as applicable.
• Trains other Lab Associates. Supports Training Programs, where applicable.
• Takes initiative in making suggestions to improve efficiency and productivity and provides consistent feedback. Is a resource forprocess improvement.
• Demonstrates leadership through accountability and collaboration in daily activities.
• Answers phones, transfers, or takes accurate messages. Maintains the confidentiality of client information.
• Helps to ensure the laboratory areas are neat, clean, and organized.
• Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.
• 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

For Lab Associates in the Histopathology or Cytology department, the following is required:

• 1 year of histopathology, cytology orotherlaboratory experience.
• 1 year of experience handling Protected Health Information (PHI) and other patient information using a Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Preferred Work Experience

• 2 - 3 yearsoflaboratory experience preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally and objects in the weight range of 26 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted and carried. Objects exceeding 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Performsrepetitive taskswith dominant hand.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
• Have good eye and hand coordination.

Knowledge

• A working knowledge of reagent stability and storage.
• An awareness of the factors that influence test results.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong typing skills desirable.
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with management,co-workers,and clients.
• Other automation skillshelpful.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree Biological Science or Chemistry (other life science degree coursework will be evaluated) (Preferred)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent High School Diploma with a minimum of 2-3 years of laboratory experience Required. (Required)

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