Lab Assistant at Zoetis

Louisville, Kentucky, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Veterinary, DiagnosticsIndustries

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
1+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred)
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 minimal supervision
Fluency in English language
Ability to continuously move for the delivery of samples within the facility
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, crouch
Ability to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods
Flexible hours and overtime may be required

Responsibilities

Receive and unpack biological specimens in a timely manner
Accession integrated requisitions and/or manual requisitions against company targets
Actively transport samples to relevant departments in the lab with urgency
Handle and store all biological specimens in accordance with ZRL Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Prepare biological specimens for testing in various departments, including but not limited to, hematology, urinalysis, serology, chemistry, endocrinology, parasitology, cytology, and coagulation
Maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace
Properly handle and dispose of medical and biohazardous waste while adhering to all applicable regulatory guidelines
Consistently and properly fill out laboratory logs, including but not limited to maintenance logs, environmental logs, and cleaning logs
Maintain several types of records, including but not limited to medical records, courier logs and manifests
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 designated locations
Operate and maintain secondary laboratory equipment, including but not limited to centrifuges, pipettes, heating blocks, and slide stainers
Understand and follow SOPs and training modules set forth by Zoetis Reference Laboratories
Execute assigned duties and responsibilities with minimal to no oversight
Assist and facilitate the training of all duties and responsibilities of the Lab Assistant I role
Ad-hoc projects or tasks as assigned by management

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Specimen AccessioningSample PreparationCentrifuge OperationPipette UseSlide StainingBiohazardous Waste DisposalLaboratory CleaningSOP ComplianceHematologyUrinalysisSerologyChemistryEndocrinologyParasitologyCytology

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the schedule for this Lab Assistant position?

The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, full-time.

What are the minimum education and experience requirements?

A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, with 1+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.

What technical skills are required for the Lab Assistant role?

Required skills include strong attention to detail, excellent data entry skills, organizational and time management skills, and the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

What physical requirements are there for this position?

The role requires the ability to continuously move for sample delivery, lift up to 50 pounds, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, and walk, sit, or stand for extended periods; flexible hours and overtime may be required.

What makes a strong candidate for this Lab Assistant role?

Strong candidates will have clinical lab experience, demonstrate team-oriented collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while following SOPs.