Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Technician & Administrative Support
| Published | January 22, 2024 |
| Expires | February 5, 2024 |
| Location | Rocky Ford, CO, United States of America |
| Category | Administration Other Industry positions |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | $17 - $20 an hour |
Description
Faculty and staff at the CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories (VDL) are among the nation’s finest in their fields of expertise and offer comprehensive diagnostic services.
The Colorado State University Diagnostic Laboratory system provides timely, accurate and pertinent animal disease diagnostic services and educational outreach to veterinarians, animal industries and animal interests. The Diagnostic Lab strives to meet the goals of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biological Sciences (CVMBS) and the University through research and diagnostics to develop new approaches to disease identification, investigation, prevention and through education of professional veterinary medical, graduate and post-doctoral students.
The Rocky Ford Branch Laboratory is heavily involved in agricultural activities and works closely with livestock producers along with their local veterinarians in the management, care, and prevention of diseases in livestock. In addition, the laboratory serves companion animal owners and other animal services such as Parks and Wildlife, law enforcement, and Animal Control in disease investigation and diagnosis. The laboratory and its staff play an integral role in ensuring the safety of food production, the rapid and accurate diagnosis of zoonotic disease, and the interface of human and animal health.
Interested applicants are required to submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with the posted requirements and preferred qualifications of the position, as well as a current resume/CV, and names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
- Answer phones, greet clients. Assist clients in appropriate test selection and sample submission according to established testing schedules.
- Receive samples, assign data into appropriate computer database. Route samples to appropriate testing section in laboratory.
- Prepare and package samples for shipment to referral laboratories.
- Ensure accurate invoicing and results reporting of completed tests and services.
- Participate in team meetings and organizational tasks to improve workflow and customer service.
- Assist in community, client and producer outreach and educational activities.
- Review accessions, prepare/handle diagnostic samples and set up samples for testing.
- Conduct diagnostic tests, under supervision, including, but not limited to ELISA, PCR, and fecal flotation.
- Report test results and distribute client reports.
- Maintain diagnostic equipment and prepare reagents.
- Maintain temperature and reagent logs as part of quality control.
- Autoclave supplies, media, reagents, trash, and biological waste.
- Maintain QC documentation and ensure quality control procedures are met.
- Perform monthly eye wash, shower, and autoclave performance checks, and equipment calibrations according to established schedule.
- Utilize the laboratory LIMS system and maintain records as directed by lead lab technician and director.
- Maintain clean building and laboratory workspaces to ensure effective workflow and appropriate biosafety.
- Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Receive and prepare necropsy cases for examination and sample collection by veterinary diagnostician.
- Assist with necropsy procedures, including sample collection and labeling for various tests as requested by the veterinary diagnostician.
- Photograph and document relevant lesions during examination, then attach them to casework and database.
- Prepare samples for shipment to referral laboratories as needed.
- Clean and disinfect necropsy suite and instrumentation, properly disposing of waste according to SOP.
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