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IDEXX Laboratories, Inc

Medical Technologist (Nights)

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc, Westminster, Colorado, United States, 80031


Are you an experienced Medical Technologist ready for a new challenge? Are you excited by the idea of using your clinical expertise in a whole new way? Did you know that your lab skills can be used on behalf of pets all around the world?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.

Yes, you read that correctly - Veterinary Diagnostics!

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, and we'd love to talk to you about an opportunity with our Westminster, CO lab. Read on to learn more, and apply today!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:5+ years' experience working in a clinical diagnostic laboratory.Experience setting up, running, reading lab tests, and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers).Experience with Beckman Chemistry analyzers, Sysmex XN for Hematology, Siemens Novus, Siemens Immulite, and Hamilton STARlet series is preferred.Experience using a microscope to review slides and identifying the various elements of a sample.A positive attitude and ability to support colleagues.Collaborative team player.Attention to detail and reliability.High School diploma or equivalent required; a degree in a Science-related field preferred.MT degrees and ASCP or similar certifications are preferred but not required.Ability to meet physical requirements of standing, sitting, phone & computer use, lifting up to 50lb, and specific vision abilities.Awareness of potential exposure to biohazards and hazardous chemicals.What You Can Expect From Us:Hourly rate targeting $37-39/hour, with flexibility depending on experience.Opportunity for annual cash bonus.Performance-based annual merit increase.Health/Dental/Vision benefits from day one.5% matching 401k.On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities.Additional benefits including financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, and more.Schedule:40 hours/week with scheduled shifts between 11pm - 2am, Monday through Friday nights.Weekend rotations required.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. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.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 any protected category.Does this sound like the opportunity for you?

Apply today!

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