Lab Technician

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LAB TECH DESCRIPTION

The Lab Tech plays an important role in our low-cost, high-volume clinic. The Lab Tech will assist the Veterinarian, Vet Techs, and Lab Staff by running a variety of tests and determining results. The Lab Tech will help maintain a record of all test results for each patient, and will help with the general cleanliness and organization of the lab at the end of each day. The Lab Tech must be able to take direction from other staff members, and perform other duties as needed. Because of the nature of this position, we ask that you submit a resume of relevant experience with your Volunteer Application.

DUTIES

• Takes direction from Veterinarian, Vet Techs, and Lab Staff
• Runs blood and specimen tests, fecal flotation, parasitology, microbiology and cytology
• Identifies common ova, microbes, yeast, and other bacteria in samples
• Documents results of every test for each patient
• Sets up lab and sterilizes equipment
• Stock cabinets and manages inventory
• Helps clean and organize lab at the end of each day

REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive knowledge and experience with veterinary medicine and clinics
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
• Good communication and listening skills
• High situational awareness
• Must wear wine colored scrubs (to be purchased by volunteer)
• Background check and signed waiver

TRAINING
Though there will be "on the job" training to instruct you on the methods and best practices of our office, this position does require experience and knowledge of working in a veterinary office and clinic. You will be paired with an experienced volunteer for several days until you are comfortable enough to perform the required tasks on your own. There will always be staff on hand you can ask if you have any questions.

ABOUT US
The St. Augustine Humane Society promotes healthy, responsible, lifelong pet ownership in our community. We offer many important services to help pet parents keep their pets, rather than relinquishing them to a shelter. Some of the services we offer include our low cost, high volume spay/neuter program, our low cost wellness clinic, positive reinforcement dog training classes, and the pet food pantry. We rely on talented and dedicated volunteers to assist with these programs, and to ensure that all pets and pet parents receive the care and services they need. By offering low-cost veterinary services and serving as a resource center for our community, we are able to provide affordable assistance to all, making our clinic the only one of its kind in St. Johns County.