Lab Tech 1 - Urinalysis

Zoetis Reference Labs LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lab Technician 1 at Zoetis Inc will perform routine tests to support animal health care. You will prepare samples, operate lab equipment, and maintain accurate records as part of the Global Diagnostics division.

Responsibilities include handling specimens across departments, running analyzers, verifying quality control, and documenting results per SOPs. Strong data entry, organization, and English proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires 1-2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficient knowledge in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, endocrinology, parasitology, and cytology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare biological specimens for testing in various departments.
• Use high-throughput automated analyzers, microscopes, and other diagnostic equipment.
• Set up and execute laboratory tests, review results, and release findings per SOPs.
• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on analyzers.
• Review daily QC reports and weekly Levey-Jennings charts.
• Handle and store all specimens per SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain clean and organized workspace and logs.
• Prepare specimens for shipment to offsite testing facilities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Data entry

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Hematology analyzers

Centrifuge

Laboratory information systems (LIS)

Microscopes

Automated analyzers

Job description

Lab Tech 1 - Urinalysis Shift: Tues - Saturday: 2a-1030am

Summary: The Lab Technician 1 is responsible for performing routine laboratory tests to support the diagnosis and treatment of animal health conditions. Key responsibilities include preparing samples, operating laboratory equipment, and maintaining accurate records. This role supports the Global Diagnostics division at Zoetis and will work closely with internal veterinarians or medical team, and other lab personnel to ensure the highest standards of quality and accuracy in our diagnostic services.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare biological specimens for testing in various departments, including but not limited to, hematology, urinalysis, serology, chemistry, endocrinology, parasitology, cytology, and coagulation
• Use high-throughput automated analyzers, microscopes, and other diagnostic equipment to test various sample types, including but not limited to, whole blood, serum, urine, and feces
• Set up and execute laboratory tests, review results, and release findings in accordance with ZRL Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on analyzers, including but not limited to, daily, weekly, monthly, and as needed maintenance
• Perform basic analyzer troubleshooting techniques on one major department analyzer
• Review and accept daily Quality Control reports and weekly Levey-Jennings charts
• Handle and store all biological specimens in accordance with ZRL Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• 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 log 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

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Requires 1-2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting and experience in performing basic laboratory testing or operations.
• Proficient knowledge in one of the following preferred: Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Endocrinology, Parasitology, and Cytology.

Technical Skills Required

• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software
• IT and LIS (laboratory information systems) experience and general comfort level with computer systems, technology, and equipment interfaces
• Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Robust organizational and time management abilities
• Excellent data entry skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Fluency in English language

Physical and Time requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, crouch
• Ability to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods
• Ability to wear PPE

Full time Regular Colleague

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of “@zoetis.com”. In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities.

Join Zoetis – and build your career with a global animal health company dedicated to supporting its customers and their businesses.

Why Zoetis

Zoetis has more than 60 years of experience in delivering innovative, high-quality products and services that benefit our customers.

Zoetis work environment

At Zoetis, we take pride in a collaborative spirit and high-performing environment where every colleague is given room to learn and grow.

Your opportunities at Zoetis

We invest in our people and offer diverse and exciting opportunities to make a difference in a growing global industry while shaping the future of animal health.

Results that matter

Our colleagues make an impact by working hand-in-hand with those who raise and care for animals to better understand and address the unique real-world challenges they face.