Veterinary Lab Assistant (on-site)

Job Description

Job Description

Veterinary Dental Lab Assistant

iM3 Dental

Compensation

$21–$30/hour

Schedule

Full-time (40-hour week)

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental; 401(k) with up to 3% match after 12 months of employment and age 21

Time off

9 holidays + 1 floating holiday; 1 week of vacation at the 1-year point

SUMMARY

This isn't a typical lab. The iM3 Veterinary Dental Lab is a hands-on environment where veterinarians and veterinary assistants learn to use veterinary dental products in realistic clinical scenarios through iM3 ACE. As our Lab Assistant, you'll keep that environment ready for every session: preparing cadavers and specimens, setting up training stations, and making sure equipment is ready when attendees arrive.

You'll also help coordinate lab setup and logistics for trade shows, events, and demonstrations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling specimens and cadavers professionally and hygienically. If you enjoy working alongside veterinary professionals and support the building of their skills with our dental equipment, this role puts you at the center of it.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Veterinary dental lab

• Coordinates daily lab activities, including cadaver prep and equipment readiness, so every ACE session and demonstration starts on time..
• Maintains lab organization, cleanliness, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards, including proper handling and disposal of specimens and cadavers per protocol.
• Cleans, sterilizes, restocks, and inventories instruments, equipment, and consumables between sessions.
• Assists with preparation of lab materials, documentation, and basic data tracking.

Trade shows, events, and demonstrations

• Plans and coordinates logistics for trade shows, conferences, and demonstrations, including shipping materials, booth supplies, and equipment.
• Tracks show schedules and deadlines to; ensure timely execution of all deliverables.
• Supports on-site show setup, breakdown, and staffing coordination as needed.

Records, safety, and quality

• 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, including with veterinary professionals attending training.
• Attention to detail and consistent focus — this role requires precision in specimen handling and lab documentation.
• Ability to lift, push, and 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 dentistry or a veterinary clinical setting, or experience supporting hands-on training or education.
• 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 a 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 use hand and finger dexterity, including fine motor precision for specimen and cadaver handling and lab documentation.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Continually uses visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Occasionally required to lift, push, and 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 and cadavers used for lab and training purposes; must follow all handling, hygiene, and disposal protocols.