Antech Diagnostics ยท 1 month ago
Parasitology Lab Aide (Overnight Shift)
Oak Brook, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18.46/hr - $18.46/hrAntech Diagnostics is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, committed to innovation and better animal health outcomes. The Parasitology Laboratory Aide is responsible for collecting, processing, and preparing fecal samples, while also maintaining equipment and participating in lab efficiency improvements.
Veterinary
Responsibilities
Collect fecal specimens from login, scan into loads, and prepare for set up
Meet all minimum department requirements for para loads and Fcombo set-up rates
Accurately building loads and label processing tubes
Split specimens for Giardia ELISA when required
Find missing specimens. Print and reconcile queue list
Maintain organization of storage refrigerator
Maintain all equipment including hoods, centrifuges, etc
Awareness of quality control and calibration
Crosstrain and 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 Parasitology tasks to learn through experience
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
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
Communication skills, both verbal and written
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
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to 2 hours
Constantly operates 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
Laboratory environments with potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE
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
Benefits
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
Company
Antech Diagnostics
The leading choice for veterinary reference diagnostics .
Founded in 1994
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Antech Diagnostics has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (13)
2024 (17)
2023 (16)
2022 (14)
2021 (19)
2020 (17)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
D
Drake Josh
President
S
Scott Moroff
V.P. & Chief Scientific Officer
Recent News
Company data provided by crunchbase