Lab Assistant

Zoetis Inc.

Louisville, KY

# Lab AssistantApply: Louisville: Full time: Posted Today: JR00021774Lab AssistantSHIFT TIMES: Tuesday - Saturday 2:00 am – 10:30 amSummaryThe Lab Assistant (Core Lab) supports Reference Lab operations by receiving, accessioning, labeling, and preparing biological specimens for testing while ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures, quality requirements, and safety protocols. This role is responsible for timely unpacking, verification, and routing of specimens to appropriate laboratory departments, accurate data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and appropriate handling, storage, and/or shipment of specimens. The position maintains clean, organized work areas and completes required logs and documentation to support compliance and traceability. The role also supports inventory activities, secondary equipment operation, and other lab operations tasks as assigned, executing responsibilities with minimal to no oversight.Job Duties• Specimen receiving & accessioningo Verify patient/specimen identifiers, labeling, and test orderso Log/accession specimens in the LIS; route specimens appropriatelyo Assess specimen acceptability and document issues per policy• Specimen processing & preparationo Aliquot, concentrate, and preserve specimens per SOP (as applicable)o Prepare slides (wet mounts, stained smears as trained/authorized)o Set up kits/reagents and prepare materials for technologists• Testing support (within scope)o Assist with non-waived testing steps only as permitted by training/licensureo Perform waived/CLIA-waived tasks if authorized and competency-documentedo Communicate urgent workflow needs to the technologist/supervisor• Quality & documentationo Complete temperature logs (refrigerators/freezers/incubators as assigned)o Maintain lot-to-lot, expiration checks, reagent labeling, and QC records as assignedo Follow Good Documentation Practices and correct recordkeeping• Equipment & area maintenanceo Clean/disinfected benches and shared equipment per scheduleo Perform basic maintenance checks (centrifuges, microscopes, hoods—per SOP)o Report malfunctions; coordinate service requests as directed• Inventory & supplieso Stock and rotate supplies (FIFO), track par levels, and submit reorderso Maintain collection kits/transport media and ensure proper storage conditions• Safety, compliance, and wasteo Follow PPE and biosafety practices; manage biohazard/sharps disposalo Support CAP/CLIA/OSHA readiness: organization, labeling, and audit supporto Participate in incident reporting (spills, exposures, nonconformances)• Communication & customer support• Coordinate with couriers/phlebotomy/clinics for specimen issues• Answer basic status questions and route clinical questions appropriately• Support training of new staff on workflow and safety basicsCommon Qualifications (often expected)• High school diploma/GED (associate degree preferred)• Lab experience or medical lab assistant/phlebotomy background preferred• Comfortable with PPE, biohazard handling, and detailed documentationEducation/Experience:• Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent• 1+ years in a clinical laboratory setting preferred• 1–2 years of data entry experience preferred• Medical background or experience with laboratory testing terminology (or strong aptitude to learn terminology) preferredTechnical Skills Required:• Strong attention to detail; high accuracy in labeling and data entry• Excellent data entry and typing skills• Strong computer skills; ability to work within a Windows environment• Proficiency in Microsoft platforms (Teams, Outlook, Word, etc.)• Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills• Organizational and time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks/systems• Effective verbal and written communication, including listening skills• Ability to work productively and independently in a fast-paced environment with target productivity rates• Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision• Fluency in EnglishPhysical Position Requirements:• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and crouch• Ability to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods• Ability to use tools such as boxcutters• Ability to wear PPE for extended periods of time• Flexible hours and overtime may be requiredFull timeRegularColleague
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