Lab Assistant

Zoetis•Louisville, KY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Zoetis Reference Laboratories is seeking a Lab Assistant with experience in Clinical Parasitology for its Louisville location. We are a reference laboratory focused exclusively on animal health! The Lab Assistant within the Global Diagnostics division of Zoetis is responsible for supporting our diagnostics team by performing essential laboratory tasks. This role is expected to understand and follow ZRL operating procedures and will assist with accessioning, sample preparation, and maintaining laboratory equipment.

Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent
1+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred
Strong attention to detail
Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills
Organizational and time management skills
Excellent data entry skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
Fluency in English language
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, crouch
Ability to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods
Authorization to work in the US

Nice To Haves

Experience of Clinical Parasitology
Veterinary laboratory experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Receive and unpack biological specimens in a timely manner
Accession integrated requisitions and/or manual requisitions against company targets
Actively transport samples to relevant departments in the lab with urgency
Handle and store all biological specimens in accordance with ZRL Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Prepare biological specimens for testing in various departments, including but not limited to, hematology, urinalysis, serology, chemistry, endocrinology, parasitology, cytology, and coagulation
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
Execute assigned duties and responsibilities with minimal to no oversight
Assist and facilitate the training of all duties and responsibilities of the Lab Assistant I role
Ad-hoc projects or tasks assigned by management