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Sample Processing Associate - 2nd Shift
Abbott Laboratories · 🇺🇸 United States > Madison : 650 Forward Dr
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 73 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 28 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Abbott Laboratories
The US Department of Labor certified 73 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 28 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Position Overview The Clinical Lab Associate I, Specimen Processing is responsible for performing the day-to-day operations of the Specimen Processing Department including, but not limited to, lab productivity and process line support, such as: accessioning, processing, automation usage, sample racking, lab maintenance, and lab cleaning, as well as other lab support tasks. The Clinical Lab Associate I, Specimen Processing follows all Laboratory policies and procedures and maintains accurate data reporting practices to ensure consistent and diligent execution of Specimen Processing. This role supports the mission and vision of Abbott Cancer Diagnostics and shares the responsibility of ensuring the Specimen Processing department operates effectively. The function of this position is performed under the guided direction of the Specimen Processing Supervisor or designee. Shift: Tues - Fri, 2p-1130p Essential Duties include but are not limited to the following: • Perform primary responsibilities listed below completely, timely and accurately: • 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