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Lab Assistant (Pre-Analytical Assistant I) - Pittsburgh, PA - Monday to Friday (Rotational Weekends) - 9:00PM-5:30AM Pre-Analytical Assistant I is responsible for general support functions within the Technical Operations Department. Pay Range: Minimum of $17.75+ 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. $1,000 Sign-On Bonus (External Candidates) 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 amp; 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!h3Responsibilities/h3div- 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. /divh3Qualifications/h3divQUALIFICATIONS Required Work Experience: N/A Preferred Work Experience: Previous experience in a production environment Physical and Mental Requirements: N/A 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) LICENSECERTIFICATIONS 2025-89505 /div
Lab Assistant (Pre-Analytical Assistant I) - Pittsburgh, PA - Monday to Friday (Rotational Weekends) - 9:00PM-5:30AM Pre-Analytical Assistant I is responsible for general support functions within the Technical Operations Department. Pay Range: Minimum of $17.75+ 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. $1,000 Sign-On Bonus (External Candidates) 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 amp; 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!h3Responsibilities/h3div- 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. /divh3Qualifications/h3divQUALIFICATIONS Required Work Experience: N/A Preferred Work Experience: Previous experience in a production environment Physical and Mental Requirements: N/A 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) LICENSECERTIFICATIONS 2025-89505 /div
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