Medical Laboratory Technician I

About the role

As a 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, whether you’ve worked in a lab before or this would be your first lab job.

Why this role matters

IDEXX reference laboratories form a global network united by a shared commitment to enhancing pet care. The true strength behind our name is the people, including this role. Our reference laboratories enable customers to discover more through our unrelenting commitment to innovation, personalized support, guidance, and expertise. We provide 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, empowering them to achieve their goals through continuous improvement, strong collaboration, and inclusiveness.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal, or pet biopsy samples received in the lab by the thousands every day.
• Set up and run lab tests, then read and release results according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Specialize in an assigned department.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A degree in a Science-related field is preferred.
• Experience as a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT) is a plus.
• Experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests, and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes, pipetting, and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers) is ideal.
• Positive attitude and ability to bring energy into the lab to support colleagues.
• Strong teamwork orientation and responsibility.
• Attention to detail and ability to work reliably and precisely.
• Able to meet physical requirements: standing and sitting for extended periods, phone and computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50lb, and specific vision abilities (close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus).
• Potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

Benefits

• Hourly rates targeting: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour.
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration.
• Health, dental, and 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, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and more.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday: 12:00 am - 8:30 am.
• Every other Saturday: 10:00 pm - 6:30 am.
• Shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business needs.
• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.

About IDEXX

We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation leader 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 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.

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.