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$45K - 45K a year
Support veterinary diagnostic labs by performing routine tests, processing samples, maintaining equipment, and supporting administrative tasks.
Requires experience in high-volume lab environments, handling biological samples, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
Lab Associate – Third Shift (Overnight) Dallas, TX Pay: Up to $21.50/hr | Shift: 3rd Shift (Tues–Sat, 12:00am–8:30am) Weekend Rotation: Every 3rd Saturday (9:00pm–5:30am) Departments: Hematology (Heme) & PSM About the Role We are seeking a reliable, fast-paced Lab Associate to join a high-volume veterinary diagnostics environment. In this role, you will support critical lab operations that help diagnose illnesses, injuries, and diseases in pets and other animals. This is a hands-on, production-based position ideal for those who thrive in an active overnight shift. What You’ll Do • Perform routine lab tests and analyses to support veterinary diagnostics • Process specimens, barcode samples, unbag deliveries, and maintain workflow accuracy • Load and unload analyzers, centrifuge samples, and handle reagents • Move (“run”) samples throughout the lab to support timely testing • Perform administrative tasks: answering phones, preparing shipments, handling requisitions, and supporting billing/transport needs • Maintain lab cleanliness, equipment upkeep, and general facility organization • Manage laboratory inventory and stock supplies • Support internal systems, databases, documentation, and recordkeeping • Transcribe and edit pre-dictated medical reports using software tools • Uphold safety protocols, including PPE usage and hazardous waste handling What You Need to Succeed • Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume environments (e.g., LabCorp, Quest, large hospitals, Amazon/FedEx, warehouse, food service, production) • Ability to handle biological samples (blood, urine, fecals, biopsies) with proper PPE • Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask • Comfortable sitting, standing, and walking for an entire shift
This job posting was last updated on 12/12/2025