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.

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TEMP until January 2026

Work Type: On-Site

This is an On-Site role based out of one of Laboratory located in Lake Success, New York.

The Target Pay for this position is $20.14 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

Job Purpose

The Parasitology Laboratory Aide is responsible for the collection, processing and preparing of fecal samples.

Essential Duties and 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. 

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 

High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

​Working Conditions 

Stationary Position- 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. 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.

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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.