Medical Laboratory Technologist

IDEXX; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technologist to join its dynamic team in Dallas. In this full-time role, you will play a vital part in supporting veterinarians by performing critical laboratory tests that aid in diagnosing and treating pets. With a focus on teamwork and quality, you will utilize advanced diagnostic tools and automated analyzers to ensure accurate results. The company offers competitive benefits, including health coverage from day one, a 401k match, and opportunities for career advancement. If you are passionate about animal care and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Benefits

401k Matching

On-the-job Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Pet Insurance

Mental Health Resources

Volunteer Paid Days Off

Employee Stock Program

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical pathology lab settings and analyzers.
• Ability to perform diagnostic tests on blood and urine samples.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests to diagnose animal illnesses.
• Specialize in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, and cytology.

Skills

Clinical Pathology

Analyzers Operation

Pipetting Skills

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Science-related Field

Tools

Automated Analyzers

Microscopes

Laboratory Diagnostic Tools

Job description

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As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Generalistat 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.

About

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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

• A 2-, 3- or 4-year degree in a Science-related field is preferred. ASPC (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or AMT Certification is a Plus!
• You have extensive experience working with analyzers in a clinical pathology laboratory setting. Reading differentials, Urinalysis Microscopy skills, Chemistry, Serology/Immunology
• You have experience working with specimens in a high volume, fast paced laboratory.
• Candidate must have background in testing, analyzing and releasing results
• Excellent pipetting skills with various pipettes (graduated, multi-channel and volumetric)
• 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: $30 + / hr but will be based on skillset
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration
• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits 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 much more!
• 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 will be 12am-8:30am
• This is a 3rd Shift position
• 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, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

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.

This Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) position will be based out of our DALLAS, TEXAS location.

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

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Veterinary Services

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