Quest Diagnostics · 3 days ago
Pre-Analytical Assistant I
Clifton, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19/hr - $23.09/hrQuest Diagnostics is a leading provider of diagnostic information services, and they are seeking a Pre-Analytical Assistant I to support functions within the Technical Operations Department. The role involves learning job duties, resolving specimen-related issues, and ensuring compliance with quality and production standards.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsInformation ServicesPrecision Medicine
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
Qualification
Preferred
Previous experience in a production environment
Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
Minimal data entry skills
Benefits
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!
Company
Quest Diagnostics
Quest Diagnostics is a clinical laboratory that offers diagnostic testing, services, and information.
Founded in 1967
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.6B2024-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.85B
2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $750M
1996-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Davis
Chief Executive Officer and President
Cecilia McKenney
SVP & Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2026-01-06
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