Diener Grossing Technician II

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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Work Shit: Tuesday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm

Work Type: This is on-site role based out of Laboratory in Mississauga, Ontario .

The Target Pay for this position is $26.80 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

Our recruitment process may include limited use of Artificial-intelligence (AI) Tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet department production benchmarks with high accuracy and quality

• 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.

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

• Examine specimens, give code description, and make special informative notes for pathologists.

• Use band saw to thinly cut bone tissue into representative sections.

• Gross examination on large specimens, entire organ submission, digit amputation, jaw resection, eye enucleation, whole brain, and bones.

• Set-up workstation for Pathologist on duty.

• Calibrate and run Quality Control on the machines and assist with daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of the machines.

• Exercises judgment in evaluating and reporting results.

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

• Crosstrain and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab.

• Follows applicable SOP, 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.  

• Perform 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

• B/S in Biology or other Life Sciences. Coursework in anatomy / physiology required.

• Minimum 6 months experience as Grossing Tech required.

Knowledge, 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 detail and 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

• Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office

Working Conditions

• 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 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.

• 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.

ANTECH CELEBRATES DIVERSITY AND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Company Policy, Federal and State/Province Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex (including Pregnancy, Sexual orientation, or Gender Identity), Disability, Veteran Status, National Origin and Genetic Information.

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.

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