Now Hiring: Laboratory Assistant

Rhinebeck Equine is the Hudson Valley’s largest equine referral hospital and ambulatory practice, offering advanced veterinary care with board-certified specialists in surgery, internal medicine, theriogenology, and ophthalmology. Our 32-stall hospital and ambulatory teams provide routine, emergency, and specialty care to a diverse equine population across a wide range of breeds and disciplines.

Located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley just two hours north of New York City, Rhinebeck Equine is committed to advancing equine medicine while fostering a collaborative, supportive workplace for our team. We believe exceptional patient care begins with exceptional people—and that a healthy work-life balance creates happier employees and better client experiences.

Why Join Rhinebeck Equine?

At Rhinebeck Equine, you’ll work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment alongside a dedicated and compassionate team of professionals. We pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace culture built on teamwork, communication, growth, and mutual respect.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

• A collaborative and supportive team environment

• Opportunities for long-term career growth

About the Role

Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about laboratory medicine and patient care? Rhinebeck Equine is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to support our veterinary hospital’s diagnostic and laboratory operations.

This role is essential to maintaining efficient laboratory workflow, ensuring accurate diagnostic processing, supporting veterinarians and technicians, and coordinating communication with outside laboratories. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and is committed to maintaining high standards of quality and patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, label, process, and analyze laboratory samples including blood, fecal, and other diagnostic specimens

• Ensure laboratory results are accurately recorded in patients’ medical records within HVMS

• Set up, monitor, and read cultures

• Prepare samples, forms, and photographs for shipment to outside laboratories, including Coggins testing documentation

• Generate Coggins tests, health certificates, and vaccine certificates

• Email completed Coggins and health certificates as directed

• Ensure all laboratory testing and services are billed accurately

• Oversee incoming bloodwork dropped off by clients and all outgoing laboratory submissions

• Receive laboratory results, attach them to patient histories, and forward results to doctors promptly

• Serve as the primary point of contact for outside laboratories regarding special requests, corrections, or changes

• Ensure all laboratory work is processed properly and sent to the appropriate reference laboratories

• Perform quality control testing and maintain accurate records of all laboratory activities

• Assist with testing, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment

• Organize and safely store laboratory chemicals, fluids, and supplies according to safety protocols

• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout laboratory areas while ensuring strict adherence to safety guidelines

• Monitor laboratory inventory and assist with ordering laboratory supplies

• Perform physical inventory checks of laboratory supplies at minimum on Mondays and Thursdays

• Document needed supplies on in-progress HVMS requisitions and follow up with the Pharmacy Manager regarding delayed orders

• Coordinate FedEx pickups for outgoing laboratory shipments at the end of the day

• Replicate and maintain tablets for Barn 1, Barn 2, Barn 3, the laboratory, and launching room three times weekly

• Complete final daily walk-through of the front office area at 5:00 PM

• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, client services, and outside laboratories to support efficient hospital operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary laboratory, equine hospital, or clinical setting preferred

• Knowledge of equine terminology strongly preferred

• Experience handling and processing laboratory samples

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong computer proficiency and experience with electronic medical records systems

• Ability to maintain professionalism and accuracy under pressure

• Familiarity with HVMS or similar veterinary practice management systems preferred

Position Details

This is a full-time, permanent position offering:

• Highly competitive compensation

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Staff discounts

• Paid parental leave

• Professional development assistance

• And additional benefits as part of our comprehensive support package

Remote work is not available for this position.

If you are passionate about veterinary laboratory work and want to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to excellence in equine medicine, we invite you to apply and grow with Rhinebeck Equine.

*This job would be perfect for an LVT who is looking to get off the floor

Benefits

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Employee discount

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

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