Night Shift Lab Assistant III – Tech Ops

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

Mental health program

Vacation time

Holidays + MyDay

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Pre-Analytical Assistant III in Irving, TX, with a Tuesday–Saturday 1:00 AM–9:30 AM shift. The role builds on III-level duties, including complex problem solving and automated equipment operation, within the Tech Ops department.

You will ensure accurate test orders, validate specimen handling, and train staff while adhering to safety and compliance policies. A strong lab background and 3+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years of experience in a laboratory environment or a production setting.
• Knowledge: medical background preferred, including medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Skills: minimal data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all duties of the Pre-Analytical Assistant III; meets or exceeds productivity and quality standards for Pre-Analytical Assistant I and II tasks when required.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of how Specimen Processing and Tech Ops impact testing departments and result quality.
• Demonstrates proficiency and understanding of all job duties and SOPs related to the Tech Ops department.
• Demonstrates knowledge and an understanding of what resources are available and is able to fill in for any function within the Tech Ops department as necessary.
• Identifies problems with specimen types vs test orders, missing information, improperly positioned bar codes, with regard to all work processes within Tech Ops.
• Performs basic troubleshooting and resolves problems with automated equipment operation.
• Understands compliance policies related to test ordering and uses translation tables, computer systems, and directory of services.
• Understands complex relationship between test(s) ordered and specimen(s) received.
• Completes all required written documentation; is legible and timely.
• Meets quality and productivity standards within 3 months of training completion.
• Trains employees in Tech Ops job functions and may provide ongoing training.
• Performs result entry for TIQ/TNP resolution.
• Adheres to Quest Diagnostics policies including Safety and Compliance.
• The III role includes more complex tasks such as pending review and problem resolution, automated sortation and aliquoting instrument operation.
• Within 1 year of hire, proficient in processing electronic orders.

Skills

Minimal data entry

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Pre-Analytical Assistant III in Irving, TX, with a Tuesday–Saturday 1:00 AM–9:30 AM shift. The role builds on III-level duties, including complex problem solving and automated equipment operation, within the Tech Ops department.

You will ensure accurate test orders, validate specimen handling, and train staff while adhering to safety and compliance policies. A strong lab background and 3+ years of experience are required.