Lab Tech 1 – Hematology

The Lab Technician 1is responsible for performing routine laboratory tests to support the diagnosis and treatment of animal health conditions. Key responsibilities include preparing samples,operatinglaboratory equipment, and maintainingaccuraterecords. This role supports the Global Diagnostics division at Zoetis and will work closely with internal veterinarians or medical team, and other lab personnel to ensure the highest standards of quality and accuracy in our diagnostic services.

• Prepare biological specimens for testing in various departments, including but not limited to, hematology, urinalysis, serology, chemistry, endocrinology, parasitology, cytology, andcoagulation
• Use high-throughput automated analyzers, microscopes, and other diagnostic equipment to test various sample types, including but not limited to, whole blood, serum, urine, andfeces
• Set up and execute laboratory tests, review results, and release finding sin accordance withZRL Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on analyzers, including but not limited to, daily, weekly, monthly, and as neededmaintenance
• Perform basic analyzer troubleshooting techniques on one major departmentanalyzer
• Review and accept daily Quality Control reports and weekly Levey-Jenningscharts
• Handle and store all biological specimensin accordance withZRL Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratoryworkspace
• Properly handle and dispose of medical and biohazardous waste while adhering to all applicable regulatory guidelines
• Consistently and properly fill out laboratory logs, including but not limited to maintenance logs, environmental logs, and cleaninglogs
• Maintain several types of records, including but not limited to medical records, courierlogsandmanifests
• Prepare biological specimens for shipment to offsite testing facilities, adhering to all standards set forth by regulatory bodies including the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). store, and log all laboratory and office supplies into designatedlocations
• Operate andmaintainsecondary laboratory equipment, including but not limited to centrifuges, pipettes, heating blocks, and slidestainers
• Understand and follow SOPs and training modules set forth by Zoetis Reference Laboratories

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or Bachelor’sdegree preferred.
• Requires1-2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting and experience in performing basic laboratory testing or operations
• Proficient knowledge in one of the following preferred:
  Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Endocrinology, Parasitology, and Cytology

• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software.
• IT and LIS (laboratory information systems) experience and general comfortlevelwith computer systems, technology, and equipment interfaces.
• Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of ateam
• Robust organizational and time management abilities
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Fluency in English language

• Ability tolift upto 50pounds
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop,crouch
• Ability towalk,sit,or stand for extended periods

Full time

Regular

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