Veterinary Lab Assistant (on-site)

Job Description

Job Description

Lab Assistant

iM3 Dental

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION

$21–$30/hour • Full-Time (40-hour week) • Benefits (medical, vision, dental, 401K up to 3% match after 12 months and 21 years of age) • 9 Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday • 1 Week Vacation at 1-year point

EFFECTIVE DATE

SUMMARY

The Veterinary Dental Lab Assistant supports daily lab operations, including cadaver prep, lab organization, and equipment readiness, and assists with lab setup for tradeshows, events, and demonstrations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable handling specimens/cadavers professionally and hygienically, and able to manage logistics for lab-related events.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates daily lab activities, including cadaver prep, and equipment readiness.
• Maintains lab organization, cleanliness, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards, including proper handling and disposal of specimens/cadavers per protocol.
• Assists with preparation of lab materials, documentation, and basic data tracking.
• Plans and coordinates logistics for trade shows, conferences, and demonstrations, including shipping materials, booth supplies, and equipment.
• Serves as point of contact for show vendors, venues, and internal stakeholders as needed.
• Tracks show schedules, deadlines, and budgets; ensures timely execution of all deliverables.
• Supports on-site show setup, breakdown, and staffing coordination as needed.
• Maintains accurate records related to lab operations and event activities.
• Follows all lab safety, quality, and company procedures.
• Performs other related lab duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in a laboratory, operations, or administrative support role.
• Comfortable handling cadavers professionally, hygienically, and in accordance with lab protocols.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Communicates clearly in writing and verbally.
• Attention to detail and consistent focus — this role requires precision in specimen handling and lab documentation.
• Ability to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific, operations, or business-related field.
• Experience coordinating trade shows, events, or logistics.
• Experience in veterinary dental preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with inventory systems, shipping logistics, or basic lab compliance standards.

COMPETENCIES

• Quality — Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability — Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Safety and Security — Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork — Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Professionalism — Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Quantity — Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• Attendance/Punctuality — Is consistent at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Continually required to sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity, including fine motor precision for specimen/cadaver handling and lab documentation.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Works inside the Warehouse facility, in lab space that maintains its own cleanliness, safety, and PPE standards separate from the general warehouse floor.
• Regular exposure to specimens/cadavers used for lab and training purposes; must follow all handling, hygiene, and disposal protocols.