IBA Medical Laboratory Technician - 1st Shift

Location: North Grafton

As a
Medical Laboratory Technician (Generalist) 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 the scientific community to improve animal and human health. 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.

IDEXX Bio Analytics' scientific expertise takes a novel approach to the discovery of new diagnostic tests that supplement a robust portfolio of products and services. We partner with Pharma, Bio Tech, and Academia (the scientific community) to improve animal and human health.

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 the scientific community.
• You will be performing diagnostic tests on blood samples that we receive in our lab by the hundreds 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.

What You'll Need To Succeed:

• You will have experience working in a laboratory.
• Experience setting up, running, and reading lab test and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes and / or clinical diagnostic analyzers), and micro - pipetting skills is a must
• Candidates must have Hematology and Chemistry background/skillset
• You possess a 4 - year degree in a Science-related field
• 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: $ 26 / HR
• On the job training and career advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to do meaningful work where you positively impact the lives of people and pets all over the world
• 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 schedule for this position is:
  Monday-Friday, every other Saturday is a Rotation shift
• If you work on a Rotation Shift week, your schedule will be Tuesday-Saturday
• The hours for this position are: 9am - 5:30pm
• This is a full time, 40hr/week, benefitted 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 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…