Medical Laboratory Technologist - 3rd Shift

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As Medical Laboratory Technologist at IDEXX, you perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. You will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world, joining a fast-paced work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth. We offer extensive training for this role so, whether you've worked in a lab before or this would be your first lab job, we hope you'll consider applying and discover the good you can do on our team. (This is a full-time position with excellent day-one benefits.) If you'd like more information about laboratory jobs at IDEXX before applying, you can explore our Laboratory Careers web page: link . What you'll be doing as a Medical Laboratory Technologist : You will use automated analyzers, microscopes and other laboratory diagnostic tools to perform analyses and tests that diagnose animal illnesses, injuries and diseases in support of veterinarian animal treatment. You will perform diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal or pet biopsy samples that we receive in our lab by the thousands, every day. You will set up and run lab tests, then read and release results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) You can expect to specialize in one or more of the following areas: Patient Sample Management : receiving, preparing, and accessioning veterinary samples (blood, urine, feces, and biopsies) for laboratory analysis and testing. Parasitology: Examining samples to identify parasites, utilizing fecal flotation and various microscopic techniques. Immunology / Serology: Testing blood and other samples for the presence of viral and bacterial disease by detecting antibodies (AB) or antigens (AG). Cytology: Processing blood and body fluids for microscopic examination by pathologists. Includes slide preparation and staining, utilizing manual and automated counting techniques. Urinalysis: Analysis and evaluation of chemical and microscopic components of urine samples, using automated instrumentation and manual techniques. Chemistry / Endocrinology: Testing blood and body fluids for various analytes, utilizing automated instrumentation. Hematology: Testing cell-related components of blood samples to enumerate and identify their cellular components, including the microscopic evaluation of blood smears and the use of automated and manual counting techniques. What you'll need to succeed: You have 3-5+ years' experience working in a high volume Clinical Laboratory working on patient samples (in one of more of the departments above) You possess a High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A 2-, 3- or 4-year degree in a Science-related field is preferred. It is not required to work in our lab, but if you were a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT), this experience and education would be a plus. Ideally, you will have experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests, and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes, pipetting and / or clinical diagnostic analyzers). You have a positive attitude and love to bring that energy into the lab every day to support your colleagues You are looking forward to working in a team You concentrate on the details and can work reliably and precisely You have a great sense of team spirit and responsibility Able to meet the physical requirements that go with working in a lab - standing and sitting for extended periods of time, phone & computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50lb, and specific vision ability - close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This is a laboratory, so there is potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals. What you can expect from us: Hourly rates targeting: $36+/hour, depending on experience (must have 3-5+ years of experience as an MLT or MT in a high volume clinical lab setting, see bench areas above) Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration Health / Dental / Vision benefits from day one 5% matching 401k On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and more The opportunity to do meaningful work where you positively impact the lives of people and pets all over the world Schedule: This is a full-time, 40 hr/wk, night shift position with scheduled shifts 12:00am (midnight) - 8:30am, Tuesday-Saturday; with an every third Sunday rotation,12:00am (midnight)-8:30 a.m. The shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business needs. Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position. Why IDEXX? We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve sinc

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