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Work Shift: 1am-9:30am Tuesday - Sunday (5 Days)
The Target Pay for this position is $17.84 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 I performs cytology 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 blood typing
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, tubes and jars
Gross and prepare smears, mono-layered cytospins and cell blocks
Packing cases for in-house pathologists and for transportation
Monitor and reconcile pending, distribution list and 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 needed quality control and calibration by 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 to participate in enterprise initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent with 6 months of experience as a Hematology Lab Aide and/or 2-, 3- or 4- year degree in science-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.
Strong data entry 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
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 20 lbs.
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
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.
About Antech
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.
Benefits
Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.
Benefits eligiblity is based on employment status.
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
Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers .
Note to Search Firms/Agencies
Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.
