Hematology Technician ; Overnight Job Village of Lake Success New York USA,Pharmaceutical

Position: Hematology Technician I (Overnight)
Location: Village of Lake Success

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.

Work Schedule:

12:00 am - 8:30am Tues - Sat offThe Target Pay for this position is $22.55 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

Job Purpose/Overview The Hematology Technician Iperformscytology accessioning, staining and laboratory testing. Prepares samples, sets up instruments, runs tests and reads,interprets and releases results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Build CBC/UA loads, slide preparation and staining
Assist with prepping Avian / Exotic specimens as requested
Spin manual hematocrits
Prepare blood smears and perform re-checks as directed using LTP when necessary
Manage the LTP process
Perform all required tests including Destiny Testing, including PT and PTT, Fibrinogen, UA Front End, Plasma protein and Feline bloodtyping
Equipment verification with control samples
Responsible for accurately matching slides with respective TRF’s.
Build cytology and path review to loads per protocol following Cyto schedule and make sure Load Distribution Log is completed accurately every shift
Properly transfer Cytology table loads as required
Accession and label all paperwork, specimen slides,tubesand jars
Gross and prepare smears, mono-layeredcytospinsand cell blocks
Packing cases for in-house pathologists and for transportation
Monitor andreconcilepending, distributionlistand complete the daily distribution email.
Ensure bar-coded racks are arranged correctly and loaded onto instruments
Perform all required quality control per QA guidelines including all instrument maintenance and temperature charts subject to review
Run all neededquality control and calibrationby department
Reads,understands and follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), including safety and quality procedures
Maintains clean and organized work area.

Restock supplies as needed
Participate in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation
Consult with senior peers on non-complex Hematology tasks to learn through experience
May be asked toparticipatein enterprise initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent with 6months of experience as a Hematology Lab Aide and/or 2-, 3-or 4-year degree inscience-related field preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running and operating lab instruments preferred
Attention to detail
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to learn new assignments efficiently and support the work of other teams during low demand periods
Communication skills, both verbal and written
Positive, can-do attitude
Basic math, interpretive and analytical skills.
Strongdataentry skills required
Personal computer skills, proficient use of Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software

Working Conditions

Stationary Position- must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to 2 hours
Constantlyoperatesa computer and other lab equipment accurately and efficiently.
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
Required to lift, move, and carry up to 20 lbs.
The ability toobservedetails at close range
Extended…