Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant 

 

Job Summary 

The Lab Assistant is an entry level position within the Global Diagnostics division of Zoetis and is responsible for supporting our diagnostics team by performing essential laboratory tasks. This role will assist with sample preparation, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring accurate record-keeping.  

 

Responsibilities and Duties: 

·       Receive and unpack biological specimens in a timely manner 

·       Accession integrated requisitions and/or manual requisitions against company targets  

·       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 login 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 

 

Education and Experience: 

·       Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent  

·       Experience Requirement: 0-1 year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting 

 

Required Skills and Competencies: 

·       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 

·       Fluency in English language 

 

Physical Demands: 

·       Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 

·       Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, crouch 

·       Ability to sit or stand for extended periods 

 

 

 

Full time

 

 

Regular

 

 

Colleague

 

 

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