Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. **_Freezer Coordinator_** **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: + Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of . + Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year + An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution + Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. + A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. + A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **The Opportunity** The position of **Freezer Coordinator** is within Toxicology located at **Richmond, Va** . In this role, the individual will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining the freezers, including specimen organization/tracking, and specimen disposal in accordance with various regulatory requirements. **What You’ll Work On** + Remove and destroy freezer boxes + Assist in Sample Handling + Receive and open specimens delivered to the laboratory for analysis + Sort specimens into bins and transfer to the departments + Process courier deliveries and store in designated areas + Destruction of specimens and boxes + Inspect all trash bags once sorting process is completed to ensure sample and document removal + Maintain cleanliness of the Warehouse Accessioning area + Assist with freezer cleanout and organization + Review and document acceptability of specimen and chain of custody forms + Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information + Must comply with company policies **Required Qualifications** + High school or GED + Good driving record **COMPETENCIES:** + Basic ability to understand laboratory technique and procedures + Basic ability to communicate ideas + Basic ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FUDT, and other regulatory bodies **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** + Ability to lift and/or move 50 pounds + Ability to have full body movement **WORK ENVIRONMENT:** + Climate-controlled office and testing laboratory environment + Must be able to work in a refrigerated and 20-degree freezer area for storing and removing samples + Must be able to climb stairs + May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials Apply Now (https://www.jobs.abbott/us/en) **Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:** www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx) Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews The base pay for this position is $15.45 – $30.85 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com