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Pre-Analytical Assistant I

Quest Diagnostics·Lenexa, Kansas

$15 - $23/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 4 days ago
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Pre-Analytical Assistant I · $15 - $23/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -41% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Lenexa, Kansas ($24.52/hr, n=51)
  • 62 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$13.78/hr · p10p90 · $125/hr
this role: $14.56/hrmedian $24.52/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 51 posted healthcare roles in Lenexa, Kansas rates. This role sits in the 9th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 41% below the Lenexa, Kansas median for similar positions.

The Pre-Analytical Assistant I provides general support within the Technical Operations Department, including specimen sorting, racking, and processing. They are responsible for maintaining quality standards, documenting information accurately, and resolving specimen-related issues.

Pre-Analytical Assistant I - Lenexa, KS, Monday to Friday, 1

  • 00
  • PM to 9:30 PM

Pre-Analytical Assistant I is responsible for general support functions within the Technical Operations Department.

Pay range

$18.00+ 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.

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 & 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!

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.

Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience: Previous experience in a production environment

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)

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position. Previous experience in a production environment and knowledge of medical terminology are preferred.

  • high school
  • Documentation
  • Compliance
  • Centrifuging
  • Data entry
  • Medical terminology
  • Specimen processing
  • Problem resolution
  • Laboratory operations
  • Specimen handling
  • Production environment

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$15 - $23/hr
Location
Lenexa, Kansas
Posted
Sep 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Quest Diagnostics

Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors and improve health care...

IndustryMedical and Diagnostic Laboratories
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Kansas Pre-Analytical Assistant Roles Value Accuracy

Pre-Analytical Assistant I roles in Kansas support specimen intake and processing, so employers commonly look for dependable production habits, accuracy, and familiarity with medical terminology. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with vacation, holidays, 401(k), dental, and vision benefits; review the $14.56–$22.56 hourly range and emphasize relevant workflow experience. Requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving research time.