Veterinary Lab Assistant (on-site)

Compensation

$21–$30/hour

Schedule

Full-time (40-hour week)

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental; 401(k) with up to 3% match after 12 months of employment and age 21

Time off

9 holidays + 1 floating holiday; 1 week of vacation at the 1-year point

• Coordinates daily lab activities, including cadaver prep and equipment readiness, so every ACE session and demonstration starts on time..
• Maintains lab organization, cleanliness, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards, including proper handling and disposal of specimens and cadavers per protocol.
• Cleans, sterilizes, restocks, and inventories instruments, equipment, and consumables between sessions.
• Assists with preparation of lab materials, documentation, and basic data tracking.

• Plans and coordinates logistics for trade shows, conferences, and demonstrations, including shipping materials, booth supplies, and equipment.
• Tracks show schedules and deadlines to; ensure timely execution of all deliverables.
• Supports on-site show setup, breakdown, and staffing coordination as needed.

• Maintains accurate records related to lab operations and event activities.
• Follows all lab safety, quality, and company procedures.
• Performs other related lab duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in a laboratory, operations, or administrative support role.
• Comfortable handling cadavers professionally, hygienically, and in accordance with lab protocols.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Communicates clearly in writing and verbally, including with veterinary professionals attending training.
• Attention to detail and consistent focus this role requires precision in specimen handling and lab documentation.
• Ability to lift, push, and carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific, operations, or business-related field.
• Experience coordinating trade shows, events, or logistics.
• Experience in veterinary dentistry or a veterinary clinical setting, or experience supporting hands-on training or education.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with inventory systems, shipping logistics, or basic lab compliance standards.

• Quality Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Safety and Security Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Professionalism Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Quantity Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• Attendance/Punctuality Is consistent at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Continually required to sit.
• Continually required to use hand and finger dexterity, including fine motor precision for specimen and cadaver handling and lab documentation.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Continually uses visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Occasionally required to lift, push, and carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Works inside the warehouse facility, in lab space that maintains its own cleanliness, safety, and PPE standards separate from the general warehouse floor.
• Regular exposure to specimens and cadavers used for lab and training purposes; must follow all handling, hygiene, and disposal protocols.