Parasitology Technician I

Parasitology Laboratory Technician 1

The Parasitology Laboratory Technician 1 performs laboratory analyses and tests. In addition, they prepare samples, set up instruments, run tests and read, interpret, and release results.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Sets up, runs, reads, and releases lab tests.
• Meet all minimum department requirements for Para and Giardia reading/releasing rates.
• Exercises judgment in evaluating and reporting results.
• Performs equipment maintenance activities.
• Awareness of quality control and calibration.
• Assists lead or supervisor with rechecks as directed.
• Follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures. Maintains clean and organized work area. Restocks supplies as needed.
• May be cross trained to perform other duties, such as performing less complex tests, including duties performed by Para Aide.
• Participates in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation.

Consult with senior peers on non-complex Parasitology 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 required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, Science degree or vet technician experience is preferred. Prior lab experience preferred.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests and operating lab instruments preferred.
• Knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology, Parasitology procedures, equipment, and familiarity with a microscope preferred.
• 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.
• The ability to communicate information so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Positive, can-do attitude.
• General computer skills.

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.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Laboratory environments with potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE.
• Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments.
• Work under close to moderate supervision.
• 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.