Grossing Technician 1 @ Antech Diagnostics

Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)

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 MarsScience & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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Work Shift: Tuesday to Saturday 1:30pm to 10pm.

Training would be Tuesday to Saturday 11:30am To 8pm

Work type: On-Site

This is an On-Site role based out of our Laboratory located in Lake Success, NY.

The Target Pay for this position is $24.50 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Diener/Grossing Laboratory Technician II prepares, trims, and processes tissue specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist.

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.

Meet minimum production standards for department

Properly identify, orient, ink, and trim submitted tissues per SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) and related protocols while ensuring the utmost quality

Produce accurate and legible grossing notes with code description that provide the Pathologist with a clear understanding of the sections taken

Communicate with and respond to Pathologists, transcription, and Lab Coordinator email communications

Identifyproblemsand special handling cases

Trim tissue for specific re-gross requests when requested in a timely manner

Assist with daily, weekly,and monthly maintenance of various machines and equipment

Exercises judgment in evaluating and reporting results

Report any technical/QC problems to their lead tech or supervisor

Crosstrainand develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab.

Follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures.  Maintains clean and organized work area.  Restocks supplies as needed

Participates in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation

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/EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Bachelor's degree in science, Biology or other Life Sciences strongly preferred

Coursework in anatomy / physiology required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

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

Knowledge of lab equipment and procedures.

Knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology and Histology procedures and equipment.

Attention to detailand organized with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Effective communication skills and ability to exchange accurate information.

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

Positive, can-do attitude

Utilize personal computer skills, including fast and accurate typing, to input data efficiently

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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 40 lbs.

The ability to observe details at close range

Extended hours may be needed

Laboratoryenvironmentswith potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE

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.

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.

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.

All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:
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

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. 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.

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