Lab Assistant

Role Summary

Lab Assistant within the Global Diagnostics division, responsible for supporting the diagnostics team by performing essential laboratory tasks, accessioning, sample preparation, and maintaining the laboratory in accordance with SOPs.

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 SOPs
• Prepare biological specimens for testing in various departments (e.g., hematology, urinalysis, serology, chemistry, endocrinology, parasitology, cytology, coagulation)
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace
• Properly handle and dispose of medical and biohazardous waste in compliance with regulatory guidelines
• Fill out laboratory logs (maintenance, environmental, cleaning)
• Maintain records (medical records, courier logs, manifests)
• Prepare specimens for shipment to offsite testing facilities, adhering to DOT standards
• Receive, store, and log laboratory and office supplies
• Operate and maintain secondary laboratory equipment (centrifuges, pipettes, heating blocks, slide stainers)
• Follow SOPs and training modules from Zoetis Reference Laboratories
• Execute duties with minimal oversight
• Assist and facilitate training for Lab Assistant I responsibilities
• Ad-hoc projects or tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred

Skills

• 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

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Additional Requirements

• 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