Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Maintain documentation of problems and problem resolutions following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Support department goals that align with organizational priorities.
Work with leadership to identify and progress on individual development goals that align with organizational priorities.
Support operational initiatives including, but not limited to, quality and process improvements, SOP development, department inspections and audits.
Complete all mandatory training assignments and annual competencies within established timelines.
Handle and dispose of all specimens following standard precautions and applicable safety policies.
Understand and comply with all lab and safety regulations.
Support employee engagement initiatives and activities to maintain and improve team morale.
Meet performance and behavior expectations listed below
Exemplify the core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Quality, and Innovation at all times.
Self-motivation with a results-driven approach.
Maintain a high level of professionalism in written and verbal communications.
Act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Demonstrate the necessary skills and abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, adapt to changing workload and circumstances effectively and respond to new information quickly.
Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization through both verbal and written communication.
High level of listening skills and attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to flex hours and work nights and/or weekends as needed to support the success of Abbott Cancer Diagnostics Labs.
Ability to work overtime, as needed.
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% of a typical working day.
Ability to work seated for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
Ability to work standing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 75% of a typical working day.
Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
Ability to perform repetitive motions.
Understand potential exposure to hazardous materials, tissue specimens and instruments with moving parts, heating and freezing elements.
Tolerate the handling of bodily fluids and solids (e.g., blood, urine and feces).
Ability and means to travel to and work at all other sites within the same city, as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Degree/General Education Diploma.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Experience using computers to include Internet navigation, email, Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Legal authorization to work in the country of employment without current or future sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or field related to the essential duties of the job.
Experience in a laboratory or similar environment with maintaining sample integrity, following procedures and protocols, and sample collecting/handling.
Knowledge and understanding of CAP, GLP, GDP, CLIA, New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), and HIPAA.
Experience in troubleshooting automation and performing instrument maintenance.
Lean experience (Kaizen, Kanban, root cause analysis, countermeasure implementation, etc.).
- The base pay for this position is
- $14.85 – $29.65/hour
- In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY
Operations Quality
DIVISION
ONCO Cancer Diagnostics
LOCATION
United States > Madison : 650 Forward Dr
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS
WORK SHIFT
Standard
TRAVEL
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES
Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
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