Chemistry Lab Aide (Overnight)(Temp)

MARS Veterinary; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision (MultiplePlans

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Antech Diagnostics, part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, is seeking a Chemistry Laboratory Aide to join our veterinary diagnostics team in New York. The role involves handling chemistry samples, labeling tubes, loading racks, centrifuging, and maintaining equipment, with a focus on quality and safety in a fast-paced lab environment.

Work shift is 12am-8:30am, Monday through Saturday with Sundays off on a rotating pattern; weekend coverage is required.

Qualifications

• Must have laboratory skills or relevant science background.
• Familiar with lab terminology and basic chemistry procedures.
• Good communication and computer skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Pour chemistry specimens into bar-coded tubes.
• Label processing tubes accurately.
• Scan samples to library and centrifuge samples.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment; follow SOPs and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

GCP knowledge

Typing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Science-related degree preferred

Tools

Lab instruments

Job description

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development.

Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom.

Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

Work Shift

Work Shift: 12am-8:30am Monday - Saturday with alternating Sundays with Two Scheduled Days Off Each Week. Weekend Coverage Is Required. The Specific Days Worked May Vary Based On Business Needs. The Target Pay for this position is $20.14 an hour.

Job Purpose/Overview

The Chemistry Laboratory Aide is responsible for the collection, identification verification, processing and preparing of chemistry samples.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Pour chemistry specimens into appropriate bar-coded tubes.
• Ensure bar-coded racks are arranged correctly and loaded onto instruments.
• Accurately label processing tubes when building loads.
• Scan samples to library.
• Centrifuge samples.
• Find missing samples.
• Print and reconcile queue list.
• Library all samples.
• Maintain all equipment including hoods, centrifuges, etc.
• Complete QNS forms on short samples.
• Check and resolve queue list daily.
• Find and pull original TRF forms.
• Awareness of quality control and calibration.
• Cross-train and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab.
• Applies job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks.
• Reads, understands and follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures.
• Maintains clean and organized work area.
• Restocks supplies as needed.
• Participates in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation.
• Consult with senior peers on non-complex Chemistry tasks to learn through experience.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent, prior lab experience and/or 2, 3 or 4 year degree in Science-related field preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running and operating lab instruments preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology and Chemistry procedures and equipment helpful.
• General science background.

General Science Background

• Attention to detail.
• Organized with ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Positive, can-do attitude.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) as appropriate.
• Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office.

Work Conditions

• Stationary Position- must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to 2 hours.
• Constantly operates a computer and other lab equipment accurately and efficiently.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch.
• Required to lift, move, and carry up to 50lbs.
• The ability to observe details at close range.
• Extended hours may be needed.
• Laboratory environments with potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE.
• Works under close to moderate potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards.
• A complete list of such chemicals is available from department supervision.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Life Assistance Program
• Pet Care Discounts

Benefits eligiblity is based on employment status.

Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every employee has the responsibility to ask questions, seek guidance, and report concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.