Medical Technologist

Iowa State University•Eugene, IA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC) at Iowa State University is seeking a skilled and motivated Medical Technologist to join our diagnostic laboratory team. This role offers a unique and rewarding opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, enjoy hands-on diagnostic work, and want to support cutting-edge patient care across many species including companion animals, livestock, exotics, and wildlife. The Medical Technologist will play a vital role in generating accurate, timely results that clinicians rely on for diagnosis and treatment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Lab Science, Medical Technology, or equivalent degree (which includes a fourth year of professional course work in a school of medical technology approved by the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association)
3 years of related experience.
Medical technology certification.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a diagnostic lab.
Experience training students or new employees.
Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS).
Experience performing instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic testing across hematology, chemistry, serology, urinalysis, blood bank/immunohematology, parasitology, cytology, and STAT/after‑hours procedures.
Evaluate, interpret, and verify test results while recognizing species‑specific variations across domestic, exotic, and avian patients.
Prepare cytology samples, perform manual differentials, manual CBCs, and CSF cell counts.
Enter test orders and patient demographic information into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and assist clinicians and pathologists with data retrieval.
Prepare and package specimens for referral testing to external laboratories.
Perform daily/weekly instrument maintenance, calibrations, and troubleshooting to maintain accurate and dependable results.
Conduct and document all required quality control procedures across laboratory sections.
Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment following biosafety and chemical safety guidelines.
Train veterinary students, veterinary technicians, vet tech students, residents, and new employees in laboratory testing techniques and instrumentation.
Review results generated by students and technicians for accuracy.
Work collaboratively with clinicians, pathologists, technicians, and hospital support teams to ensure seamless patient care.
Monitor and maintain inventory of laboratory reagents and supplies.
Support after‑hours or rotating shifts as needed to meet clinical hospital demands.