Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant

Schedule

Tuesday Saturday 4:30PM 1:00AM

Summary

The Lab Assistant within the Global Diagnostics division of Zoetisis responsible forsupporting our diagnostics team by performing essential laboratory tasks. This roleis expected to understand and follow ZRL operating procedures and willassistwithaccessioningsample preparationandmaintaininglaboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

Receive and unpack biological specimensin a timelymanner

Accession integrated requisitions and/or manual requisitions against companytargets

Actively transport samples to relevant departmentsin the labwith urgency

Handle and store all biological specimensin accordance withZRL Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Prepare biological specimens for testing in various departments including but not limited to hematology urinalysis serology chemistry endocrinology parasitology cytology andcoagulation

Maintain a clean and organized laboratoryworkspace

Properly handle and dispose of medical and biohazardous waste while adhering to all applicable regulatoryguidelines

Consistently and properly fill out laboratory logs including but not limited to maintenance logs environmental logs and cleaninglogs

Maintain several types of records including but not limited to medical records courierlogsandmanifests

Prepare biological specimens for shipment to offsite testing facilities adhering to all standards set forth by regulatory bodies including the Department of Transportation (DOT)

Receive store and log all laboratory and office supplies into designatedlocations

Operate andmaintainsecondary laboratory equipment including but not limited to centrifuges pipettes heating blocks and slidestainers

Understand and follow SOPs and training modules set forth by Zoetis Reference Laboratories

Execute assigned duties and responsibilities with minimal to nooversight

Assistandfacilitatethe training of all duties and responsibilities of the Lab Assistant Irole

Ad-hoc projects or tasks as assigned bymanagement

Required Skills Education and Experience

Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent

1yearsof experience in a clinical laboratory settingpreferred

Strong attention to detail

Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills

Organizational and time management skills

Excellent data entry skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to complete tasks with minimalsupervision

Fluency in English language

Physical and Time requirements:

Able to sit and stand for long periods

Able to lift up to 50lbs

Flexible hours and overtime may be required

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $20.00 - $30.60. Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training.

In addition to compensation Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families includinghealthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis and 4 weeks of vacation.

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Full time

Regular

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