Microbiology Laboratory Technologist-Culture Reader

As a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in the Microbiology Dept. 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.

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IDEXX reference laboratories is a global network united by a shared commitment to enhancing pet care where the true strength in our name is the people behind it. Our reference laboratories make it possible for our customers to discover more with our unrelenting commitment to innovation, personalized support, guidance, and expertise, while providing the most complete and advanced menu of diagnostic tests along with technology and tools.

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 the following area:    
  • Microbiology
    • Processing clinical samples for the identification of bacteria and fungi using automated and manual methods.

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What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Ideally, you will have experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests, and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes, pipetting and / or clinical diagnostic analyzers). 
• You have experience with diagnostic microbiology testing.

• You must have experience in culture reading

• You have a positive attitude and love to bring that energy into the lab every day to support your colleagues 
• You are looking forward to working in a team 
• You concentrate on the details and can work reliably and precisely 
• You have a great sense of team spirit and responsibility 
• You possess a High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.  A 2-, 3- or 4-year degree in a Science-related field is preferred.   
• It is not required to work in our lab, but if you were a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT), this experience and education would be a plus.
• 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. 
• This is a laboratory, so there is potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals. 

 
What You Can Expect From Us:

• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration
• 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!
• Opportunity to do meaningful work where you positively impact