Veterinary Medical Laboratory Technician

Benefits

Additional Information

As a Veterinary Laboratory Technician 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: https://careers.idexx.com/us/en/referencelaboratories Why this role matters: IDEXX reference laboratories is a global network united by a shared commitment to enhancing pet care where the true strength in our name is the people behind it, including this role. Our reference laboratories make it possible for our customers to discover more with our unrelenting commitment to innovation, personalized support, guidance, and expertise, while providing the most complete and advanced menu of diagnostic tests along with technology and tools. The focus on enhancing the lives of people and pets, starts with our own employees and empowering them to achieve their goals, focusing on continuous improvement, and supporting the strong collaboration and inclusiveness that exist in our team. In this role: 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 be expected to cross train in all areas of this lab-Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Serology 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 an assigned department; explore more about those here: https://careers.idexx.com/us/en/referencelaboratories What you need to succeed: You must have extensive experience in a veterinary laboratory, have an Animal Science education/background or equivalent skillset. A highly skilled, with "on the job" experience, Veterinary Technician is our ideal candidate. You must have microscopy experience reading manual differentials, urinalysis tests. You must have an extensive skillset reading and setting up veterinary clinical pathology samples (Chemistry samples, Hematology Samples, Urine Samples) Our ideal candidate 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 for highly skilled technician will be targeting: $ 35 / hr 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: The hours for this position are: 10AM - 6:30PM The schedule for this position is: Monday - Friday There is a rotating weekend shift. If you are scheduled to work the weekend shift, you will have equal days off through the week. 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 since 1983, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our

Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at idexx? Share your experience