Medical Laboratory Technologist

Idexx•Worthington, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist at IDEXX, you perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. You will work on site in IDEXX’s Worthington, Ohio laboratory as part of a fast-paced team focused on quality, collaboration, and personal growth. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with benefits. You will use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other diagnostic tools to test blood, urine, fecal, and biopsy specimens for animal illnesses, injuries, and diseases. You will set up and run tests, read results, and release them in accordance with standard operating procedures. Technologists specialize in an assigned department. The position is available on first or third shift, with hours that may vary according to laboratory needs; highly qualified candidates may discuss a schedule with the hiring team. The role calls for reliable attendance and the ability to work safely in a laboratory, where there may be exposure to biohazards, agents that cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; IDEXX cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

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 ideal.
Prior experience in a reference laboratory, hospital laboratory, veterinary diagnostic laboratory, research laboratory, or 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 the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work in a laboratory with potential exposure to biohazards, zoonotic disease agents, and hazardous chemicals.
Reliable and dependable attendance.

Nice To Haves

ASCP, ASCP-BOC, AMT, AAB, or equivalent professional certification is highly preferred but not required.
Strong skills in two or more laboratory departments (cross-trained technologist).
Experience using Beckman, Sysmex, Novus, Immulite, Hamilton, Cellavision, or similar analyzers, including maintenance, daily startup, and troubleshooting.
Experience setting up, running, and reading laboratory tests; operating laboratory equipment and microscopes; pipetting; and using clinical diagnostic analyzers.
Experience calibrating, troubleshooting, and performing quality control on automated laboratory analyzers and instrumentation.
Positive attitude, teamwork, attention to detail, precision, and pride in producing accurate diagnostic results.

Responsibilities

Set up and run laboratory tests on blood, urine, fecal, and biopsy specimens.
Use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools to perform analyses that support veterinary diagnosis and treatment.
Read and release test results according to standard operating procedures.
Operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform quality control on laboratory analyzers and instrumentation.
Maintain reliable and dependable attendance.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits from day one.
5% matching 401(k).
Opportunity for an annual cash bonus and consideration for merit pay increases.
Hourly shift differential for employees who work the majority of their shift during third-shift hours.
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.