Medical Laboratory Technologist - 1st Shift

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MT) at IDEXX, you will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. You will perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. You will join a fast-paced work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth. This is a full-time role with competitive benefits.

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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. 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.

In This Role:

• You will be using 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 performing diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal, or pet biopsy samples that we receive in our lab by the thousands, every day.

• You will be responsible for setting up and running lab tests and reading and releasing results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).

• You can expect to specialize in one or more of the following areas:

  • 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.

  • Chemistry / Endocrinology: Testing blood and body fluids for various analytes, utilizing automated instrumentation.

  • Urinalysis: Analysis and evaluation of chemical and microscopic components of urine samples, using automated instrumentation and manual techniques.

  • Cytology: Processing blood and body fluids for microscopic examination by pathologists. Includes slide preparation and staining, utilizing manual and automated counting techniques.

  • Immunology / Serology: Testing blood and other samples for the presence of viral and bacterial disease by detecting antibodies (AB) or antigens (AG).

What You'll Need To Succeed:

• Ideally, you will have 3+ years' experience working in a clinical diagnostic laboratory setting, including setting up, running, and reading lab tests, and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers).

• You have experience using a microscope to review slides, identify the various elements of a sample, and release results.

• You have experience performing routine maintenance, calibration, and quality control (QC) procedures on automated clinical diagnostic analyzers to ensure accurate and reliable test results.

• You possess a High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 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.

• It is not required to work in our lab, but if you have ASCP-licensed MLT/MT/CLS credentials, this experience and education would be a plus.

• You enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team and have a great sense of team spirit and responsibility.

• You have a positive attitude and bring that energy into the lab every day to support your colleagues.

• You concentrate on the details and can work reliably and precisely.

• Able to meet the physical requirements of working in a lab, including standing and sitting for extended periods of time, phone and computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50 lbs, and specific vision abilities (close, color, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus).

• This is a laboratory environment, so there is potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Hourly wage starting at $30 - $34/hr based on experience. ASCP MLT/MT licensed candidates with industry experience may be considered for more advanced roles.

• Opportunity for annual cash bonus

• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits that start day one of employment

• Opportunity for performance based annual merit increase

• 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 much more!

Schedule:

• This is a full-time (40 hr./wk.), day-shift position, with scheduled shifts: 10:00am to 6:30pm, Tuesday - Saturday.

• 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 culture is one that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you'll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Knowing our work makes a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of pets and people is what motivates us every day. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you'll find it here.

Let's pursue what matters together.


IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.


IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.


As a Laboratory Technician, you will work on site in our Elmhurst, IL lab.


Does this sound like the opportunity for you? Apply today!

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