Serology Technician II (Overnight Shift)

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs.

Work Schedule: 11:30pm - 8am Monday–Saturday, With Two Scheduled Days Off Each Week. Weekend Coverage Is Required.

The Specific Days Worked May Vary Based On Business Needs.

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 Serology Lab Technician is responsible for testing blood and other samples for viral and bacterial disease by detecting antibodies (AB) or antigens (AG).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sets up and runs lab tests.

• Reads and releases test results

• Collect and build samples to load.

• Responsible for completing the Coggins Federal forms as required by the USDA.

• The test performed may be more routine and less complex

• Exercises judgment in evaluating and reporting results

• Reconcile pending and queue lists daily

• Performs equipment maintenance and troubleshooting activities

• Knowledge of lab equipment and procedures

• Comply with all Quality Assurance policies and protocols

• Awareness of quality control and calibration

• Consult with senior peers on non-complex tasks to learn through experience.

• Performs other duties as assigned

We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every Associate is responsible for asking questions, seeking guidance, and reporting concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that Associates will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required, 2- or 4-year degree in science-related field preferred.

• Prior lab experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests and operating lab instruments

• General science background

• Attention to detail and organized with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Solid communication skills- written and verbal

• Proficiency in the English language which allows for participation in team meetings, accurate entry of data into company systems and understanding of written direction

• Positive, can-do attitude

• Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office

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. 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.