Veterinary Medical Laboratory Technician - 2nd Shift

Idexx•North Grafton, MA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Veterinary Medical Laboratory Technician at IDEXX, you perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. You will contribute to a fast-paced laboratory environment focused on teamwork, quality, and personal growth. This is a full-time, second-shift position at the IDEXX laboratory in North Grafton, Massachusetts. You will use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other diagnostic laboratory tools to analyze blood, urine, fecal, and biopsy samples. You will set up and run tests, then read and release results according to standard operating procedures (SOPs). You can expect to specialize in an assigned department. The schedule is either Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., or Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with every third Saturday. Shifts and hours may vary slightly with business needs. Reliable attendance is an essential function of the position. The position involves potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals. The hourly rate targets $24, depending also on skillset. IDEXX offers day-one health, dental, and vision benefits, a 5% 401(k) match, potential annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration, on-the-job training, career advancement opportunities, and other listed benefits. 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

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Extensive skillset in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, and serology.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of laboratory work, including standing and sitting for extended periods, phone and computer use, extended reach, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, color, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Reliable and dependable attendance.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

A 2-, 3-, or 4-year degree in a science-related field.
Experience using analyzers such as Sysmex, Beckman, Novus, and Hamilton.
Experience setting up, running, and reading laboratory tests and operating laboratory equipment, including microscopes, pipetting equipment, and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers.
Veterinary Technicians and Medical Laboratory Technicians are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal, and biopsy samples.
Use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools to analyze samples and support veterinary diagnosis and treatment.
Set up and run laboratory tests, then read and release results according to standard operating procedures.
Work reliably and precisely, with attention to detail, as part of a laboratory team.
Maintain reliable and dependable attendance.