Lab Tech 1

Responsibilities

• Process and perform diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal or histology samples using high-throughput automated analyzers, microscopes, and other diagnostic equipment.
• You will be responsible for setting up and running lab tests, reading, and releasing results according to ZRL SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• You will be responsible for analyzer maintenance including but not limited to daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance.
• You will be responsible for accessioning samples and specimen tracking storage including packaging and unpackaging of samples for shipments to other laboratories.
• You will follow our QC standards and EHS practices consistent with laboratory standards.
• You will be responsible for troubleshooting sample integrity issues and responding to customer concerns through Salesforce ticketing with our customer service dept.
• Maintain and clean and organized workspace.
• 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 cleaning logs.
• Manage email correspondence professionally and promptly.
• Be a team player and have a positive attitude.

  Requirements

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills
  • Robust organizational and time management abilities
  • Excellent data entry skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
  • Fluency in English language

    Qualifications

    • Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent required. BS/BA is preferred.
    • Experience Requirement: 1+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting

    Skills and Competencies

    • Strong attention to detail
    • Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills
    • Robust organizational and time management abilities
    • Excellent data entry skills
    • Strong written and oral communication skills
    • Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
    • Fluency in English language

      About the Role

      Zoetis is a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health. We discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.

      Benefits

      • Competitive base hourly wage
      • $500 sign on bonus
      • 4 weeks accrued paid vacation
      • Paid holidays
      • 401(k) with company match
      • Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs
      • Comprehensive medical benefits for individuals and families, starting on day one
      • Pet Insurance discount

        Physical and Time Requirements

        • Able to sit and stand for long periods of time
        • Able to lift up to 50lbs
        • Flexible hours and overtime may be required