Parasitology Laboratory Technician Part-Time
Parasitology Laboratory Technician Part-Time
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Job Description
As aparttime Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in the Parasitology department 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. This is a parttime role where you will join a fastpaced work environment that encourages teamwork quality and offers opportunities for personal growth.
Want to see what it is like to work in our lab Check out these videos from our lab employees talking about working at IDEXX:
Why Justin S. Parasitology Medical Laboratory Technician Chose IDEXX
Parasitology is Important to IDEXX with Ashley L. Labs Manager
Opportunities in Parasitology for Timothy M. Medical Laboratory Technician
You Need to Succeed in Parasitology with Ashley L. Labs Manager
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:
Parasitology:Examining samples to identify parasites utilizing fecal flotation and various microscopic techniques.
Patient Sample Management: receiving preparing and accessioning veterinary samples (blood urine feces and biopsies) for laboratory analysis and testing.
What Youll Need to Succeed:
You possess a High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A 2 3 or 4year degree in a Sciencerelated 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.
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 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
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.
Schedule and Pay:
Hourly rates targeting: $23.50
This is a parttime 16 hr./wk. position with scheduled shifts Tuesday and Saturday 5:00 am 1:30 pm.
The shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business needs.
Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.
Why IDEXX
Were proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy to ensure safe drinking water for billions and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10000 talented people.So what does that mean for you We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX you will be supported by competitive compensation incentives and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.
Lets pursue what matters together.
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women people of color LGBTQ individuals people with disabilities members of ethnic minorities foreignborn residents and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race color creed sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age religion national origin citizenship status disability ancestry marital status veteran status medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local state or federal laws.
This parttime Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) position will be based out of our Elmhurst IL location.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
