Temporary- Parasitology Lab Aide - Overnight Mississauga Ontario

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today and thats why were inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each others growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy The Five Principles: Quality Responsibility Mutuality Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of MarsScience & Diagnostics a familyowned company focused on veterinary care.

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This is a temporary role based in our Mississauga Lab. The working schedule for this role is Tuesday to Saturday with shifts from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM Tuesday to Friday and from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM on Saturday. The hourly rate for this role is $20.08.

PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Parasitology Laboratory Aide is responsible for the collection identification verification processing and preparing of fecal 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.

• Collect fecal specimens from login scan into loads and prepare for set up.

• Set up para loads at a rate of 75/hour and Fcombo set up at a rate of 65/hour.

• Accurately label processing tubes when building loads.

• Split specimens for Giardia ELISA when required.

• Find missing specimens. Print and reconcile queue list.

• Maintain organization of storage refrigerator.

• Dispose of old fecal specimens.

• Library all samples.

• Maintain all equipment including hoods centrifuges etc.

• Knowledge of lab equipment and procedures.

• Awareness of quality control and calibration.

• Crosstrain 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 (SOPs) 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 noncomplex Parasitology 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/some lab experience preferred and/or 2 3 or 4 year degree in Sciencerelated field.

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 Parasitology procedures and equipment helpful.

• General science background

• Attention to detail

• Organized with ability to multitask in a fast paced environment

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Communication skills both verbal and written

• Positive cando attitude

• Personal computer skills including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office

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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; inhouse diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloudbased data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and boardcertified specialist support services.

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