Medical Laboratory Technologist (Generalist, Days)

Idexx • Glen Burnie, MD

1d • $37 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MT) at IDEXX, you will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. You will perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. You will join a fast-paced work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth. This is a full-time role with competitive benefits. Want to learn more about Leadership at IDEXX? Check out what our employees say! http://vimeo.com/663393154 In This Role: You will be using automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools to perform analyses and tests that diagnose animal illnesses, injuries, and diseases in support of veterinarian animal treatment. You will be performing diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal, or pet biopsy samples that we receive in our lab by the thousands, every day. You will be responsible for setting up and running lab tests and reading and releasing results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures). You can expect to specialize in one or more of the following areas: Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Cytology, Immunology/Serology

Requirements

• 3-5+ experience working in a clinical diagnostic laboratory setting up, running, reading lab tests, and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes and / or clinical diagnostic analyzers) in a high volume Clinical Diagnostic Lab
• attended school, formal academia OR in-depth, equivalent work experience focusing on Clinical Pathology/Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist
• Strong competency/experience in 1 or more the following Bench areas Hematology
• experience running samples on or operating one or more of the following analyzers: Sysmex; Di60 Cell Image Analyzer or CellaVision
• ability to complete manual differential cell counts and coagulation tests in high-volume workload Chemistry
• ability to utilize different centrifuge machines, Beckman Chemistry Analyzers or Immulite Analyzers
• ability to operate a CLINITEK Novus Analyzer and experience manually analyzing urine samples using a microscope
• ability to operate a Hamilton for MPX testing and BioTek plate readers
• demonstrate precision utilizing various pipettes including but not limited to: graduated, multi-channel, micro-pipettes, volumetric and transfer pipettes.
• proficiency in ELISA immunoassay techniques
• reliable and precise data management skills to record and maintain precise records and diagnostic reports
• able to conduct maintenance, basic troubleshooting and calibration on laboratory analyzers
• excellent time management skills that will be beneficial in a high-volume, fast- paced laboratory environment
• Communication skills are a must as we work collectively as a team!
• great sense of team spirit and responsibility
• Able to meet the physical requirements that go with working in a lab – standing and sitting for extended periods of time, phone & computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50lb, and specific vision ability – close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

Nice To Haves

• ASCP/AMT Certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• performing diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal, or pet biopsy samples
• setting up and running lab tests
• reading and releasing results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
• specialize in one or more of the following areas: Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Cytology, Immunology/Serology

Benefits

• Hourly rate targeting: $ 37-39+ / hr, with flexibility based on skillset of candidate
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus
• Opportunity for performance based annual merit increase
• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day - One
• 5% matching 401k
• On the job training and career advancement opportunities
• Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed