Serology Lab Aide (Overnight Shift)

Antech Diagnostics; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts/Health SAV

Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition/Continuing Education Reimb.

Life Assistance Program

Pet Care Discounts

Job summary

Antech Diagnostics is seeking a Serology Lab Aide in Southaven, MS, for the night shift (1am-9:30am Tue–Sat with alternating Sundays). The role involves collecting and preparing samples, operating lab instruments, and supporting quality control. High school diploma required; science background preferred.

Salary targets are $15.96 per hour, with pay decisions based on skills and experience. This position offers growth within a collaborative veterinary diagnostics environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2- or 4-year degree in science-related field preferred.
• Prior lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and build samples to a load.
• Centrifuge samples and prepare aliquots for testing.
• Maintain equipment and know SOPs and safety procedures.
• Assist senior staff and learn multiple lab specialties.

Skills

Lab skills

Hematology

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English proficiency

Computer skills

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Science-related degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

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: 1am-9:30am Tuesday - Saturday with alternating Sundays.

The Target Pay for this position is $15.96 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 Serology Lab Aide is responsible for the collection and preparation of samples to be tested.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Collect and build samples to a load
• Centrifuge samples and make aliquots for sample testing as required.
• Find missing specimens. Print and reconcile queue list.
• Library all samples
• Maintain all departmental equipment
• Knowledge of lab equipment and procedures
• Awareness of quality control and calibration
• Crosstrain and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab.
• 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 Serology tasks to learn through experience
• Performs 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

• High school diploma or equivalent required, 2- or 4-year degree in science-related field preferred.
• Prior lab experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests and operating lab instruments.
• General science background, including hematology/chemistry
• Attention to detail and organized with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Solid communication skills- written and verbal
• Proficiency in the English language which allows for participation in team meetings, accurate entry of data into company systems and understanding of written direction
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use 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
• 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.

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. 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.