lab associate

• The work we have temps doing is stripped-down parts of our overall process - checking in couriers, unbagging, bar coding, moving samples around the lab ("running"), loading samples into analyzers, adding samples into centrifuges, swirling samples with a liquid chemical, pulling samples from our refrigerated storage area.
• The ideal candidate for us has experience of working in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
• For someone with human lab experience, that means working in a high-volume environment like a LabCorp or Quest. Processors/Accessioners/phlebotomists from those companies or a big high volume hospital work well for us.
• For someone with Vet Tech or Vet Assisting experience, if they also worked recently at an Amazon or Fed Ex or some other fulfillment position, or perhaps in food service that can be helpful - they can be a great fit, but our production-based work can at times be too fast for them if they are not from a big clinic.
• For someone with a recent Biology degree, the fast-paced work history will be critical- a research background typically does not work.
• For someone without lab experience at all:

*a willingness to work with and handle blood, urine, fecals and biopsies.

*fast-paced work history where they are on their feet and moving - food service, fulfillment, warehouse, production, Amazon / FedEx etc.

In this Role You Will:

• Perform laboratory analyses and tests to diagnose various pet and other animal illnesses, injuries and diseases; process specimens, retrieve and release test results, and assist in test research.

• Perform a variety of instrument test protocols for new and existing products.

• Maintain and communicate schedules and changes in schedules.

• Manage lab inventory, procure supplies and stock shelves.

• Be responsible for general lab maintenance and overall cleanliness of lab and lab equipment.

• Support and maintain various processes, systems and databases.

• Perform recordkeeping, data collection and analysis.

• Transcribes and edits pre-dictated medical reports using dictation and editing equipment (both hardware and software)

• Perform administrative duties such as answering phones and preparing parcel deliveries, files requisitions, and performs duties in support of billing, pricing and sample transportation.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, standard operating procedures (SOPs), material safety data sheets (MSDSs), operating and maintenance instructions, government rules and technical procedures.

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

• Strong initiative and follow through

• Attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and as a team contributor

• Must demonstrate a high level of customer service

• Good computer skills: Microsoft Office and SAP preferred

• You meet the physical requirements that go with working as a Lab Associate – May transport hazardous waste within the facility and may occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.