Veterinary Laboratory Technician
About The Position
Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG), Chattanooga’s largest multi-specialty and emergency hospital, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support its on-site diagnostic laboratory. The role is suited to an organized multitasker familiar with patient sample handling, veterinary laboratory equipment, and tracking samples sent to industry and university reference laboratories. The technician safely collects, labels, handles, processes, and ships patient samples; prepares and coordinates submissions to reference laboratories; performs quality-control checks; reviews instrument alerts; cleans and maintains instruments and related records; communicates critical results, testing delays, and specimen concerns across departments; and monitors supplies, expiration dates, and storage conditions. The role also follows laboratory safety procedures for personal protective equipment, infection prevention, sharps, chemicals, and biological waste. VCSG offers training and growth opportunities, including in-person didactic, hands-on, and virtual learning. The technician works with the hospital’s equipment and technology alongside board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines in a supportive environment focused on patient care and professional development.
Requirements
- Must be comfortable working around animals.
- Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital as a technician or assistant.
- Foundational knowledge of veterinary specimen handling, testing, microscopy, and laboratory safety.
- Ability to use electronic records and laboratory software, with training as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Credentialed or licensed Veterinary Technician.
- Previous experience coordinating with reference laboratories.
- Hands-on experience with automated analyzers, blood smear preparation, urine sediment examination, and quality-control documentation.
Responsibilities
- Safely collect, label, handle, process, and ship patient samples, including blood, feces, urine, tissue, and other specimens.
- Prepare, ship, and coordinate sample submissions to reference laboratories.
- Complete required quality-control checks, review instrument alerts, and clean and maintain instruments while documenting these activities.
- Communicate critical results, testing delays, and specimen concerns across departments.
- Monitor supplies, expiration dates, and storage conditions.
- Maintain a safe work environment by following procedures for personal protective equipment, infection prevention, sharps handling, chemical safety, and biological waste disposal.
Benefits
- Generous employee pet care discount.
- Continuing education stipends.
- Free Employee Assistance Program with mental health and financial wellness resources.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 120 hours of annual paid time off and floating holiday time.
- In-person didactic, hands-on, and virtual learning opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
