Laboratory Assistant and Administrator
Job description
Milfeddygon ProStock Vets is an independently owned, dedicated farm animal veterinary practice. Started in 2011, we are a well-established and growing practice, with branches in Carmarthen, Llangadog, Eglwyswrw, Lampeter, Whitland and Gorseinon.
As a member of the practice support team, you will be based at our Carmarthen branch.
As a Laboratory Assistant you will be required to coordinate the testing across the practice. The position will include some practical work in our small inhouse laboratory for faecal and basic blood samples as well as the management of samples sent to external labs. You will also be responsible for:
* Coordination of results, recording them accurately on to client accounts,
* Quality control of equipment,
* Ordering of laboratory stock & associated consumables
You would also be required to complete administrative tasks as part of the wider support team who provide a wide variety of services, working with our farmer clients and veterinary team.
Other tasks may include reception duties, dispensing medicines, telephone call handling, back-office duties. There may also be a need for occasional on farm administrative support.
Exact working hours will be confirmed each week as part of the rota, and will vary between either 8-4 or 9-5 each day.
The ability to fit into a Saturday morning work rota pm, his will be approximately 1 in 5 weeks. In addition, you may on occasions work from our other branches.
Skills required include
* Good communication and organisational skills
* Attention to detail
* Working knowledge of Microsoft office software and computer literate is essential
* Team Player and ability to work on own initiative
* Welsh speaking an advantage although not necessary
* Good geographical knowledge of West Wales advantageous
* Driving Licence
While a farming background or veterinary laboratory understanding would be beneficial, we will provide comprehensive training and support to help the right candidate succeed in the role.
If you are a dedicated individual with a keen interest in laboratory work and quality control, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Experience:
* Administrative: 2 years (preferred)
* Laboratory: preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £12.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
* Administrative: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person