About the Role
The Serology Lab Technician is responsible for testing blood and other samples for viral and bacterial disease by detecting antibodies (AB) or antigens (AG).
Responsibilities
- Sets up and runs lab tests.
- Reads and releases HWAB, Accuplex, HW, FELV, AGID, FIV, other ELISA test results and set up FCV test.
- Collect and build samples to load.
- Responsible for completing the Coggins Federal forms as required by the USDA.
- Test performed may be more routine and less complex.
- Exercises judgment in evaluating and reporting results.
- Reconcile pending and queue lists daily.
- Performs equipment maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
- Comply with all QA policies and protocols.
- Awareness of quality control and calibration.
- Consult with senior peers on non-complex tasks to learn through experience.
- Applies job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks.
- Works on tasks that are semi-routine in nature where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
- May be crossed trained to perform specimen processing responsibilities.
- 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.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Typically 0-1 years of related experience.
- 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.
- Extensive sitting, 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.
- Some travel may be required.
- 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.
Skills
- Lab equipment and procedures knowledge
- Quality control and calibration awareness
- Basic skills and proficiency
- Recognizing deviation from accepted practice
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Typing ability
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 0-1 years of related experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2, 3 or 4 year degree in Science-related field preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $22.55 hourly
Benefits
- 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
About the Company
- Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes.
- Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.
Equal Opportunity
- We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled.
