Veterinary Laboratory Assistant

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Antech Diagnostics, Solihull

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

, 27 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 6bac1a5bc93644f29324997690fd7431

Antech Diagnostics

Full Job Description

Accurately process standard requisitions per approved procedures.
Remove specimens from transport bags, enter patient, client and specimen data, label specimens and aliquot as needed.
Sort specimens for distribution throughout the lab.
Ensure Turnaround Times (TATs) are met.
Comply with appropriate specimen storage requirements.
Maintain inventory of specimens after testing has been completed. Ensure all specimens are accounted for.
Retrieve and prepare add-ons and rechecks.
Read, understand and follow applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Perform all required quality control per QA guidelines.
Comply with laboratory Health and Safety procedures.
Maintain clean and organised work area. Restocks supplies as needed.

This opportunity would be well suited to you if you have previous experience as a Veterinary Lab Assistant (VLA), a Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) or experience working within specimen reception. This is a full time position with varying night shifts between the hours of 10pm - 10am across Monday - Friday with a Saturday rota. You may also work one week of day shift per month, depending on business requirements., Proven laboratory experience ideally within a veterinary or clinical setting
Attention to detail
Organised with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Basic math, interpretive and analytical skills.
Personal computer skills, strong typing ability, and proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong data processing skills

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., Antech Diagnostics are looking for a Veterinary Lab Assistant to join our brand-new, state-of-the-art veterinary laboratory based in the Leamington Spa area., Antech (https://www.antechdiagnostics.com/) 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.