Field Support Representative-Diagnostics Baton Rouge, LA

IDEXX•Lafayette, LA

1d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

We build some of the most innovative products in the veterinary diagnostic industry, each of which helps keep our pets happy and healthy. The veterinarians that use these tools rely on Field Support Representatives (FSR) to teach them how to make the best use of these machines and to troubleshoot if there are technical issues. We are looking for people, like you, who are expert communicators, are highly organized, and who treat every customer interaction with empathy and teamwork. The Field Support Representative positions are field based. You will work and travel from a home office. You would utilize a wide array of programs to plan and strategize your customer visits enabling you to serve as a true IDEXX Ambassador and to be viewed by your customers as a trusted advisor. You would be accountable for managing your schedule based on the unique attributes and needs of your customers, while also keeping a focus on your own professional development and growth. Ideal candidate must live in the Baton Rouge, LA area and be willing to travel within this territory and occasionally outside of this territory as needed. Learn more about Field Support opportunities: https://careers.idexx.com/us/en/field-support-representatives What can you expect? You can expect to have a dynamic and exciting career with IDEXX that utilizes your veterinary practice experience and technical skills, allows you to travel, meet new people, expand your knowledge and skill set, all while positively impacting the lives of pets and their owners. Our day to day consists of meeting new people and building relationships with our customers. Being able to build relationships and work as a positive team player is a must! You’ll be challenged every day as you work alongside the best team in the industry. The FSR role continues to evolve to best support our customers’ needs, so you can expect continued growth within your position through comprehensive training programs. As an FSR you will work collaboratively with an internal team to develop strategies to maintain your Customer Accounts through education and other customer centric solutions. You would install and train the staff in the clinic on the best way to use IDEXX Analyzers (ProCyte, Catalyst One, SediVue, InVue). You would assist with critical customer need visits, providing onsite technical support when things are not going according to plan. No two days will ever be the same. As an FSR you would be expected to visit customers in the field every day; occasionally adjusting your schedule as needed to attend customer events and to accommodate visits to emergency practices. 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 diseases. 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. #LI-FSR An innovation leader in every industry we serve, IDEXX follows its Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, 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. Approximately one-third of our team is located outside the United States.

Requirements

3+ years experience working in a veterinary practice or applicable work experience and familiarity with IDEXX products
Ability to build relationships with all personalities is a must!
Effectively communicate and collaborate with customers, management, and peers
Ability to build strong customer and peer partnerships that allow you to gain confidence and trust from others easily
Ability to plan and prioritize work in a dynamic environment and make quality, timely decisions
Effective listening skills that are utilized to discover customer needs to adapt your approach and demeanor to different situations
Comfortability with learning and using technology such as computers, tablets and Smartphones
Requires up to 75% travel (varies by region and may include travel outside of your territory)
5 days or more of car travel per week
6-8 or more overnights per month (subject to change)
Weekend hours and weekday overtime may be required
Overnight travel is required
Valid Driver’s License and clean drivers abstract required
Requirement to currently reside in or be willing to self-relocate within the designated territory as advertised

Nice To Haves

Computer networking experience is a plus!

Responsibilities

Install and train the staff in the clinic on the best way to use IDEXX Analyzers (ProCyte, Catalyst One, SediVue, InVue)
Assist with critical customer need visits, providing onsite technical support when things are not going according to plan
Visit customers in the field every day; occasionally adjusting your schedule as needed to attend customer events and to accommodate visits to emergency practices

Benefits

Opportunity for annual cash bonus
Benefits Day-One
On the job training and career advancement opportunities (experience NOT required)
Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, foundation donation matching, and much more

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