What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Analytical Assistant I position at Quest Diagnostics?
Pre-Analytical Assistant I - Lenexa, KS - Tuesday - Saturday - 2:00am to 10:30am
Pre-Analytical Assistant I is responsible for general support functions within the Technical Operations Department.
Pay Range: $17.20 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.
Job Responsibilities
- Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties assigned to the Pre-Analytical AssistantI, anddevelops an understanding of how all the functions in Tech Ops and Specimen Processing work together and how they impactTechnicaldepartments and result quality.
- Identifies problems with specimen types, missing information, etc.,with regard tosorting, racking, centrifuging, delivery, and storage of specimens;is able toresolve 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 productionstandards 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 ontime, andfollows 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
Required WorkExperience:
N/A
Preferred Work Experience:
- Previous experience in a production environment
Physical and Mental Requirements:
N/A
Knowledge:
- Medicalbackgroundpreferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory.
Skills:
- Minimal data entry skills
EDUCATION
- High School Diploma or Equivalent(Required)
LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
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