Lab Generalist III (Overnight shift)

Antech Diagnostics; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Antech Diagnostics in Irving, Texas, is seeking a Laboratory Generalist III to receive, prepare, and analyze samples, set up instruments, perform tests, and release results. This role requires proficiency in multiple clinical areas, including Hematology, with training across Chemistry, Serology, UA, and Parasitology.

The position pays $26 per hour with a Monday–Friday start time and rotating Saturdays, and offers opportunities to participate in QA and enterprise initiatives while maintaining

Qualifications

• Associates/Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field with a minimum of 1 year clinical laboratory experience in Hematology.
• Degree or experience in Molecular Biology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and prepare samples for laboratory analysis and tests.
• Set up instruments and run tests; interpret and release results.
• Perform quality control per QA guidelines and train across departments.
• Oversee entering and releasing results and maintain accuracy.
• Support department initiatives and special projects as needed.

Skills

Hematology

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication

Quality control

Education

Medical Technology degree

Molecular Biology background

Tools

Olympus analyzers

CBC Advia

Parasitology PCR

Microsoft Office

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: Start time 12am-1am (8 hour shift) Monday-Friday with rotating Saturday

The Target Pay for this position is $26 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

Job Purpose/Overview

The Laboratory Generalist III receives and prepares samples for laboratory analysis and tests, 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Must be proficient in at least three clinical areas including Hematology.
• Perform and analyze results for the Total Parasite PCR panels and other non-PCR tests as required.
• Process samples and prepare samples for send out.
• Perform all required quality control per QA guidelines.
• Train on all areas to include Specimen Processing, Chemistry, Serology, UA, Coag and Parasitology according to all SOP’s.
• Oversee the entering and releasing of results.
• Responsible for the performance of tests such as Chemistry –Olympus, T4-Olympus, CBC-Advia, Progesterone, PT, PTT, Platelet count, Reticulocytes, UA and Parasitology PCR.
• Responsible for building hematology and UA loads.
• Participate in all departmental training programs.
• Reconcile pending list.
• May be asked to participate in enterprise initiatives, special projects, and 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 Associates will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.

Education And Experience

• Associates/Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or Degree in a related field with a minimum of 1 year clinical laboratory experience in Hematology. Degree or experience in Molecular Biology preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• 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
• The ability to communicate information so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• 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.
• Constantly operates a computer and other lab equipment accurately and efficiently.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
• May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Heavy microscopic work
• The ability to observe details at close range
• Proficiency in the English language which allows for participation in team meetings, accurate entry of data into company systems and understanding of written directions.
• Extended hours may be needed
• Laboratory environments with potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE.
• Work under close to moderate supervision
• 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.

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.

• 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.