Pre-Analytical Assistant I

Quest Diagnostics; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) pre-tax match

Annual incentive plans

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance (MyQuest for Ed)

Blueprint for Wellness

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Pre-Analytical Assistant I for an evening rotating schedule from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The role provides general support within the Technical Operations Department.

You will learn the duties, help with specimen handling, ensure compliant test ordering, and strive to meet quality and production standards within six months of training. A High School Diploma or equivalent and basic data entry skills are required.

Qualifications

• Preferred Work Experience: Previous experience in a production environment.
• Knowledge: Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
• Skills: Minimal data entry skills.
• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties assigned to the Pre-Analytical Assistant I, and develops an understanding of how all the functions in Tech Ops and Specimen Processing work together and how they impact Technical departments and result quality.
• Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information, etc., with regard to sorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage of specimens; is able to resolve or forward information in support of timely problem resolution.
• Demonstrates an understanding of compliance policies related to test ordering, which requires developing ability to research test order information on translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
• Meets quality and production standards within 6 months of completing training.
• Completes all required written documentation such that it is understandable to others, legible and within the assigned time frame.
• Reports to work on time, and follows attendance guidelines; supports the department's performance in the event of coworker absences.
• Learns additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing to allow timely progression to the next level.
• Performs 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.

Skills

Minimal data entry

Medical terminology

Production environment experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Pre-Analytical Assistant I – Cincinnati, OH – Rotating Schedule, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Pre-Analytical Assistant I is responsible for general support functions within the Technical Operations Department.

Pay Range

Pay range: $18.00+ per hour; employees 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 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:

• Part‑time employees (29 hours or less per week) are eligible for: Vacation and Health/Flex Time (part‑time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• 6 Holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Annual incentive plans
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• and so much more!

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties assigned to the Pre‑Analytical Assistant I, and develops an understanding of how all the functions in Tech Ops and Specimen Processing work together and how they impact Technical departments and result quality.
• Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information, etc., with regard to sorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage of specimens; is able to resolve or forward information in support of timely problem resolution.
• Demonstrates an understanding of compliance policies related to test ordering, which requires developing ability to research test order information on translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
• Meets quality and production standards within 6 months of completing training.
• Completes all required written documentation such that it is understandable to others, legible and within the assigned time frame.
• Reports to work on time, and follows attendance guidelines; supports the department's performance in the event of coworker absences.
• Learns additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing to allow timely progression to the next level.
• Performs 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

Preferred Work Experience: Previous experience in a production environment.

Knowledge: Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.

Skills: Minimal data entry skills.

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required).

About The Team

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