Chemistry Lab Aide; Overnight); Temp

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 Shift:

12am-8:30am Monday - Saturday with alternating Sundays with Two Scheduled Days Off Each Week. Weekend Coverage Is Required. The Specific Days Worked May Vary Based On Business Needs. The Target Pay for this position is $20.14 an hour.

The Chemistry Laboratory Aide is responsible for the collection, identification verification, processing and preparing of chemistry samples.

• Pour chemistry specimens into appropriate bar-coded tubes.
• Ensure bar-coded racks are arranged correctly and loaded onto instruments.
• Accurately label processing tubes when building loads.
• Scan samples to library.
• Centrifuge samples.
• Find missing samples.
• Print and reconcile queue list.
• Library all samples.
• Maintain all equipment including hoods, centrifuges, etc.
• Complete QNS forms on short samples.
• Check and resolve queue list daily.
• Find and pull original TRF forms.
• 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 Chemistry tasks to learn through experience.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent, prior lab experience and/or 2, 3 or 4 year degree in Science-related field preferred.

• Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running and operating lab instruments preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology and Chemistry procedures and equipment helpful.
• General science background.

• 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.

• Stationary Position- must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to 2 hours.
• Constantly operates a computer and other lab equipment accurately and efficiently.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch.
• Required to lift, move, and carry up to 50lbs.
• The ability to observe details at close range.
• Extended hours may be needed.
• Laboratory environments with potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE.
• Works under close to moderate 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.

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Flexible…