Lab Generalist II (Overnight Shift)

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

FSA/HSA

Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition/Continuing Education Reimb.

Life Assistance Program

Pet Care Discounts

Job summary

Antech Diagnostics is seeking a laboratory professional for off-peak hours to prepare samples, set up instruments, run tests and interpret results. The role supports multiple clinical areas and requires strong attention to detail and reliable data entry.

You will perform quality control, read slides, and release results under QA guidelines while coordinating with the team on training and cross-functional responsibilities. Equal opportunity employer and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates/bachelor's degree in medical technology or MLT preferred.
• Clinical laboratory experience in hematology preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Proficiency with data entry and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests in parasitology, hematology, chemistry and serology.
• Process and prepare samples.
• Oversee entry and release of results.
• Read UA slides.
• Perform quality control per QA guidelines.
• Train in specimen processing, chemistry, hematology, UA, and coagulant.
• Reconcile pending lists.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory skills

General science background

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

English proficiency

MS Office / computer skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in medical technology or MLT

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Quality control 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.

Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs.

Work Shift: Start time 12am to 2am (8 hour shift) Monday - Friday with rotating Saturdays The Target Pay for this position is $24.33 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

Job Purpose/Overview

Prepares samples, sets up instruments, runs tests and reads/interprets, and releases results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be proficient in at least three clinical areas
• Responsible for performing tests such as Parasitology, Hematology, Chemistry and Serology
• Process and prepare samples
• Perform all required quality control per Quality Assurance guidelines
• Train in all areas to include Specimen Processing, Chemistry, Hematology, UA, and Coagulant according to all SOP’s
• Oversee the entering and releasing of results
• Read UA slides at the required rate
• Reconcile pending list
• Perform other duties as assigned

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 Associate is responsible for asking questions, seeking guidance, and reporting 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.

Education and Experience

Associates/bachelor's degree in medical technology or MLT degree in related field is preferred. Clinical laboratory experience in Hematology is preferred.

• Laboratory skills and experience
• General science background
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill
• Proficiency in the English language which allows for participation in team meetings, accurate entry of data into company systems and understanding of written directions
• Personal computer skills, strong typing ability, and knowledge of Microsoft Office

Working Conditions

• Stationary Position- must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to 2 hours.
• 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 20 lbs.
• Heavy microscopic work
• 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
• 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 can be made available.

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.

Benefits

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates. Benefits eligiblity is based on employment status.

• 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

Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities

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

Note to Search Firms/Agencies

• Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific.
• Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.