Lake Success, NY, 11020, USA
9 days ago
Serology Lab Aide (Overnight)
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 :** Thursday, Friday, Saturday 12:00am-8:30am **Work Type:** On-site **This is an On-Site role based out of one of Laboratory located in Lake Success, NY.** **The Target Pay for this position is $** **20.14** **an hour.** **At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.** **PURPOSE OF JOB:** The Serology Lab Aide is responsible for the collection, identification, verification of blood and other samples. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** _To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions._ + 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. + Cross-train and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab. + Applies job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks. + Reads, understands and 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. + May be asked to participate in enterprise initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned. + Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position. Adherence to attendance-related policies and expectations is critical to this position. + 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 employee has the responsibility to ask questions, seek guidance, and report 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. **EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:** + High school diploma or equivalent required 2, 3 or 4 year degree in Science-related field preferred. + Typically 0-1 years of related experience **REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:** + Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running and reading lab tests and operating lab instruments. + General science background, including hematology/chemistry helpful + Attention to detail + Organized with ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment + Ability to work independently and as part of a team + Communication skills, both verbal and written + Positive, can-do attitude + Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) as appropriate. + Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office **PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** + Extensive standing, phone, and computer use + Capable of standing continuously for up to 2 hours + Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers + Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch + May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs + Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. + Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in person + Ability to communicate verbally on the phone and in person + Fluency in the English language + Extended hours may be needed **WORK ENVIRONMENT:** + Laboratory environment with potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE. + Works under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment. + Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments. + 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. _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._ + All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more: + 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 We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers (http://careers.antechdiagnostics.com/us/en/affirmative-action) .
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