Antech Diagnostics
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Veterinary Services
Work Shift 9am-5:30pm Monday - Saturday (5 Days)
Target Pay The Target Pay for this position is $18.46 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.
Purpose of Job The Chemistry Laboratory Aide is responsible for the collection, identification verification, processing and preparing of chemistry samples.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pour chemistry specimens into appropriate bar-coded tubes.
Ensure bar-coded racks are arranged correctly and loaded onto instruments.
Accurately label processing tubes when building loads.
Scan samples to library.
Centrifuge samples.
Find missing samples. Print and reconcile queue list.
Library all samples.
Maintain all equipment including hoods, centrifuges, etc.
Complete QNS forms on short samples.
Check and resolve queue list daily.
Find and pull original TRF forms.
Awareness of quality control and calibration.
Cross-train and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab.
Applies job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks.
Reads, understands and follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures. Maintains clean and organized work area. Restocks supplies as needed.
Participates in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation.
Consult with senior peers on non-complex Chemistry tasks to learn through experience.
Performs other duties as assigned.
We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every employee has the responsibility to ask questions, seek guidance, and report concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.
Education / Experience
High school diploma or equivalent, prior lab experience and/or 2, 3 or 4 year degree in Science-related field preferred.
Required Skills and Abilities
Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running and operating lab instruments preferred but not required.
Knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology and Chemistry procedures and equipment helpful.
General science background
Attention to detail
Organized with ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Communication skills, both verbal and written
Positive, can-do attitude
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) as appropriate
Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office
Physical Demands
Extensive standing, phone, and computer use
Capable of standing continuously for up to 2 hours
Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 20 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in person
Ability to communicate verbally on the phone and in person
Fluency in the English language
Extended hours may be needed
Travel may be required if acting in a float capacity
Work Environment
Laboratory environment with potential biohazards present
Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments.
Work under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment.
Potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards. A complete list of such chemicals is available from department supervision.
About Antech Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in‑house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud‑based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board‑certified specialist support services.
Benefits
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) with company match
Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
Life Assistance Program
Pet Care Discounts
Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.
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Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Veterinary Services
Work Shift 9am-5:30pm Monday - Saturday (5 Days)
Target Pay The Target Pay for this position is $18.46 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.
Purpose of Job The Chemistry Laboratory Aide is responsible for the collection, identification verification, processing and preparing of chemistry samples.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pour chemistry specimens into appropriate bar-coded tubes.
Ensure bar-coded racks are arranged correctly and loaded onto instruments.
Accurately label processing tubes when building loads.
Scan samples to library.
Centrifuge samples.
Find missing samples. Print and reconcile queue list.
Library all samples.
Maintain all equipment including hoods, centrifuges, etc.
Complete QNS forms on short samples.
Check and resolve queue list daily.
Find and pull original TRF forms.
Awareness of quality control and calibration.
Cross-train and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab.
Applies job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks.
Reads, understands and follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures. Maintains clean and organized work area. Restocks supplies as needed.
Participates in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation.
Consult with senior peers on non-complex Chemistry tasks to learn through experience.
Performs other duties as assigned.
We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every employee has the responsibility to ask questions, seek guidance, and report concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.
Education / Experience
High school diploma or equivalent, prior lab experience and/or 2, 3 or 4 year degree in Science-related field preferred.
Required Skills and Abilities
Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running and operating lab instruments preferred but not required.
Knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology and Chemistry procedures and equipment helpful.
General science background
Attention to detail
Organized with ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Communication skills, both verbal and written
Positive, can-do attitude
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) as appropriate
Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office
Physical Demands
Extensive standing, phone, and computer use
Capable of standing continuously for up to 2 hours
Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 20 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in person
Ability to communicate verbally on the phone and in person
Fluency in the English language
Extended hours may be needed
Travel may be required if acting in a float capacity
Work Environment
Laboratory environment with potential biohazards present
Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments.
Work under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment.
Potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards. A complete list of such chemicals is available from department supervision.
About Antech Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in‑house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud‑based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board‑certified specialist support services.
Benefits
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) with company match
Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
Life Assistance Program
Pet Care Discounts
Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.
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