Medical Laboratory Technologist

Idexx•West Sacramento, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist at IDEXX, you perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. You will contribute to a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment at a global veterinary diagnostic company focused on quality, innovation, continuous improvement, and employee development. You will use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools to perform tests on blood, urine, fecal, and biopsy samples. You will set up and run tests, read results, and release them according to standard operating procedures (SOPs). You can expect to specialize in an assigned department. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, benefitted position at the IDEXX laboratory in West Sacramento, California. The position is available on first or third shift; hours may vary based on laboratory needs, and qualified candidates may discuss a schedule with the hiring team. Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the role. The target hourly rate is $30, based on skillset. Employees who work the majority of their shift during third-shift hours are eligible for an hourly shift differential. The role also offers consideration for an annual cash bonus and merit pay increase, benefits from day one, on-the-job training, and career advancement opportunities. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS), Medical Technology (MT), Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), or a related biological, biomedical, or chemical science field is described as ideal.
Prior experience in a reference, hospital, veterinary diagnostic, or research laboratory, or in a high-volume clinical testing environment.
Comprehensive academic training and hands-on clinical experience in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology/serology, urinalysis, and cytology.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of laboratory work, including extended standing and sitting, phone and computer use, extended reach, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Close, color, and depth vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work reliably and precisely, with attention to detail, and to contribute positively as a member of a team.
Reliable and dependable attendance.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

ASCP, ASCP-BOC, AMT, AAB, or equivalent professional certification is highly preferred but not required.
A strong skillset in two or more laboratory departments (cross-trained technologist).
Experience with Beckman, Sysmex, Novus, Immulite, Hamilton, Cellavision, or similar analyzers.
Experience setting up, running, and reading laboratory tests; operating laboratory equipment, microscopes, pipettes, and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers.
Experience maintaining analyzers and performing calibration, troubleshooting, and quality control.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal, and biopsy samples to support veterinary diagnosis and treatment.
Set up and run laboratory tests, read results, and release results according to standard operating procedures.
Use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools to analyze specimens.
Maintain laboratory analyzers and instrumentation, including daily startup, calibration, troubleshooting, and quality control.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute accurate diagnostic results that support animal and patient health outcomes.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits from day one.
5% matching 401(k).
Hourly shift differential for employees working the majority of their shift during third-shift hours.
Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration.
On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities.
Financial support.
Pet insurance.
Mental health resources.
Paid volunteer days off.
Employee stock program.
Foundation donation matching.