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Job Location drjobs

Ithaca, NY - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 21 - 22

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Laboratory Processing Assistant to join the Receiving team at the Animal Health Diagnostic Center. In this position you will adhere to a rotational work schedule that is primarily in Receiving. You will be under the general supervision of the laboratory supervisors to support the AHDC operations by performing routine and detailed submission handling duties to prepare cases for testing. The successful candidate is highly collaborative and enjoys completing tasks while using standard operating procedures (SOPs). They are also extremely reliable flexible in dealing with unpredictable workloads and work well under pressure in a teambased environment.

The job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Receive and open packages confirm completeness and accuracy of all incoming samples and submission forms
  • Enter submission information into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and perform any additional paperwork related to the case.
  • Participate in a rotational bench schedule within the Receiving unit.
  • Contact clients concerning any problems and/or discrepancies related to submissions.
  • Work with unit leadership Veterinary Support Service staff and other subject matter experts to resolve client questions.
  • Receive and process routine submissions delivered overnight at the Receiving window.
  • Assist laboratory units with sample related issues.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma and up to one year of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of experience
  • Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills; ability to clearly communicate across levels
  • Works well both independently and within a team environment
  • Ability to handle sensitive confidential information with tact and discretion
  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time at computer stations or benches

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in a veterinary or human diagnostic laboratory medical practice or health facility
  • Licensed animal health technician
  • Experience working within an organization with an established Quality Assurance System
  • Demonstrates initiative for selfprofessional development and seeks growth opportunities
  • Works well both individually and in a team environment

Important Details about the Position

  • This is an onsite position located in Ithaca NY.
  • This is a fulltime threeyear term position with potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance.
  • We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position.
  • Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

Employees working in the laboratory must receive the preexposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire which will be paid for by the department.

This position is 39 hours per week Monday through Friday. While normal business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm specific schedules may change to meet the needs of the business requiring employees to work early mornings evenings weekends University holidays and scheduled breaks.

The Following Documents are Required to be Submitted with your Application

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

What We Offer:

Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an awardwinning workplace for our health wellbeing and sustainability.

  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  • 13 additional holiday days with generous holiday pay if you work on those days

Employment Type

Full-Time

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