Pre-Analytical Assistant I

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k) matching

Annual incentive plans

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Seattle, WA is seeking a Pre-Analytical Assistant I to support operations in the Technical Operations Department on a 1:00 AM to 9:30 AM shift, Wednesday through Sunday. The role offers a pay range of $21.05 to $24.35 per hour, with potential shift differentials and eligibility for annual bonus based on performance.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and basic data entry skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimal data entry skills are needed.
• Medical terminology knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties assigned to the Pre-Analytical Assistant I, and develops an understanding of how Tech Ops and Specimen Processing work together.
• Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information, etc., with regard to sorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage of specimens; resolves or forwards information for timely resolution.
• Understand compliance policies related to test ordering and research test order information in translation tables, computer systems, and the directory of services.
• Meets quality and production standards within 6 months of training.
• Completes all required written documentation so it is understandable, legible, and timely.
• Reports to work on time and follows attendance guidelines; supports department performance during coworker absences.
• Learns additional functions within Tech Ops and Specimen Processing to progress to the next level.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Pre-Analytical Assistant I - Seattle, WA, Wednesday to Sunday, 1:00 AM to 9.30 AM

Pay range: $21.05 - $24.35 / 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

• 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!

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

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)

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