Lab Assistant

Schedule: Shift: Tues–Sat 1:00am–9:30am

The Lab Assistant supports the diagnostics team by performing essential laboratory tasks. Understand and follow ZRL operating procedures and assist with accessioning, sample preparation, and maintaining laboratory equipment.

Key Responsibilities:
- Receive and unpack biological specimens
- Accession integrated and/or manual requisitions against company targets
- Transport samples to relevant lab departments
- Handle and store biological specimens per ZRL SOPs
- Prepare specimens for testing across departments (hematology, urinalysis, serology, chemistry, endocrinology, parasitology, cytology, coagulation)
- Maintain a clean, organized workspace
- Handle and dispose of medical/biohazardous waste per regulatory guidelines
- Complete laboratory logs (maintenance, environmental, cleaning)
- Maintain records (medical records, courier logs/manifests)
- Prepare specimens for shipment to offsite testing (including DOT standards)
- Receive, store, and log lab/office supplies
- Operate and maintain secondary lab equipment (centrifuges, pipettes, heating blocks, slide stainers)
- Follow SOPs and Zoetis Reference Laboratories training modules
- Perform duties with minimal/no oversight
- Assist with training for Lab Assistant I responsibilities
- Complete ad-hoc projects/tasks assigned by management

Required Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 1+ years clinical laboratory experience preferred
- Veterinary laboratory experience a plus

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail
- Team-oriented; excellent collaboration
- Organizational and time management skills
- Excellent data entry
- Strong written and oral communication
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Fluency in English

Physical Requirements:
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Bend/kneel/stoop/crouch
- Walk/sit/stand for extended periods