Medical Laboratory Technologist

Idexx•Memphis, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist at IDEXX, you perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. You work in a fast-paced laboratory environment that emphasizes teamwork, quality, personal growth, continuous improvement, and collaboration. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and offers benefits from day one. It is on site at IDEXX’s Memphis, Tennessee laboratory, with openings during first and third shifts. Hours may vary according to laboratory needs, and qualified candidates may discuss a schedule with the hiring team. You use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools to analyze blood, urine, fecal, and biopsy samples. You set up and run tests, then read and release results according to standard operating procedures. You will specialize in an assigned department. The work supports veterinarians’ diagnosis and treatment of animal illnesses, injuries, and diseases. Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position. The role may involve exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals. IDEXX describes its reference laboratories as part of a global network focused on innovation, personalized support, diagnostic expertise, and improving the health and well-being of pets and people.

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.
Vision abilities including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work reliably, precisely, and with attention to detail, and to contribute positively to a team.
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 skill set 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 microscopes, pipettes, and clinical diagnostic analyzers.
Experience with analyzer maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and quality control.

Responsibilities

Set up and run laboratory diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal, and biopsy samples.
Read and release test results according to standard operating procedures.
Use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools to analyze samples.
Run and maintain laboratory analyzers and instrumentation, including calibration, troubleshooting, and quality control.
Perform analyzer maintenance, daily startup, and troubleshooting.
Work in an assigned laboratory department and support accurate diagnostics for animal health.
Attend work reliably and dependably.