Histology Technician

Idexx•North Grafton, MA

About The Position

As a clinically trained Histotechnologist or Histotechnician at IDEXX, you will prepare veterinary tissue samples for diagnosis in a laboratory serving pets of many kinds. Depending on your knowledge and experience, you will work at one or more benches, including dissection, embedding, microtomy, and special staining. The role contributes to IDEXX reference laboratories’ veterinary diagnostic services and their mission to enhance pet care. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with first- or second-shift schedules; shifts and hours depend on business needs. Reliable and dependable attendance is essential. The work may involve exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience working in a histology laboratory.
Positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Attention to detail and ability to work reliably and precisely.
Team spirit and a sense of responsibility.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of laboratory work, including extended standing and sitting, phone and computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50 pounds, and close, color, and depth vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with complex tissue dissection.
Associate, bachelor’s, and/or master’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
ASCP certification.
ASCP HT/HTL-licensed candidates with industry experience may be considered for more advanced roles.

Responsibilities

Prepare veterinary tissue samples for diagnosis.
Depending on knowledge and experience, work on one or more of the following benches: dissection, embedding, microtomy, and special staining.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to reliable, precise laboratory work.