Job Details
Job Category: Laboratory Location: San Juan Capistrano, California Job Function: Operations Shift: Evening Employee Type: Regular Full-Time Work Mode: On-site
Job Description
Lab Associate II
Location: San Juan Capistrano, CA Work Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM Department: Clinical Laboratory - Special Coagulation Pay Range: $21.92 - $28.23 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, and 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 HealthFlex Time • 6 Holidays plus 1 MyDay off • FinFit financial coaching and services • 401k 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
Job Responsibilities
This non-licensed position is accountable for assisting with general support for the laboratory following all applicable policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
• Prepares and organizes samples for testing, such as 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 pre-analytic and post-analytic testing activities other than trainees in a licensed clinical laboratory. • 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 and 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. • Performs data entry or transcribes data from previously recorded results to computer for data reduction and prepares for licensed personnels 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 for process 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.
Qualifications
Required:
• 1 year of histopathology, cytology, or other laboratory experience. • 1 year of experience handling Protected Health Information (PHI) and other patient information using a Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Preferred:
• 2-3 years of laboratory experience.
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.
Performs repetitive tasks with dominant hand. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods. Have good eye and hand coordination.
Knowledge and Skills
• Working knowledge of reagent stability and storage. • Awareness of the factors that influence test results. • 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 skills helpful.
Education
• HS diploma required. • Bachelors degree in science (HIGHLY preferred).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.