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.

Specimen Processor I

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.

Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU 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

Our location in Richmond, VA currently has an opportunity for a Full-Time Specimen Processor. In this role, you will be responsible for receiving, opening, and verifying specimens in accordance with the SAMHSA mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations.

What You’ll Work On

Receive and open specimens delivered to the laboratory for analysis

Review and document acceptability of specimen and chain of custody forms

Assign laboratory accessioning numbers and aliquot specimens

Destroy specimens; as needed

Clean and maintain work area daily

Inspect all trash bags once aliquoting process is completed to ensure sample and document removal

Process Triage request

Assist Sample Handling area

Prepare samples for shipment

Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information

Must comply with company policy

Required Qualifications

High school education

Ability to lift and/or move 25 pounds

Ability to have full body movement

Ability to cope with stress due to production obligations

Ability to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40) and CAP-FUDT guidelines

Ability to communicate with other employees and supervisors

Ability to provide input and recommendations on operations

Preferred Qualifications

Basic ability to use a computer

Basic ability to understand laboratory technique and procedures

Basic ability to communicate ideas

Advanced ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FUDT, and other regulatory bodies

Basic ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

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.

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The base pay for this position is $13.85 – $27.75 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.