Lab Generalist II (Overnight Shift)

Antech•Irving, TX

8d•$24 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

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: 12:30am-9am 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.

Requirements

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
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.

Responsibilities

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.