Medical Technician

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Iowa State University is seeking a detail oriented Medical Laboratory Technician to join the Clinical Pathology Laboratory in the College of Veterinary Medicine. This role supports diagnostic testing across a wide range of animal species and plays an important part in both patient care and the teaching mission of the college.

This position is a great opportunity for someone interested in entering the field of animal diagnostics. Prior animal experience is not required and training will be provided to help you build the skills needed for veterinary laboratory work.

Position Summary
The Medical Laboratory Technician performs diagnostic testing on clinical and research samples supports daily laboratory operations and helps ensure the quality and accuracy of addition to technical responsibilities this role contributes to training veterinary students residents and new staff in a collaborative teaching focused environment.

Position Details
Full time position
Location: College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University in Ames Iowa
Hours: Monday Friday 8:00AM 5:00PM with rotating 4 hour shift on Saturday (9am - 12pm).

Key Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic testing on multi species samples including hematology chemistry urinalysis serology cytology and coagulation
Operate calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and analyzers to ensure accurate and timely results
Carry out blood banking procedures including crossmatching and related testing
Enter review and manage test data in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
Conduct quality control checks and troubleshoot equipment as needed to maintain high laboratory standards
Train students residents and new staff on laboratory procedures equipment use and best practices
Assist with inventory management including monitoring supplies and coordinating restocking
Prepare and organize samples for referral testing and maintain accurate laboratory records
Support general laboratory operations and contribute to a clean safe and efficient work environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a Diagnostic or clinical laboratory.
• Experience in laboratory techniques including sample preparation staining and microscopy.
• Additional years working as a Medical Laboratory Technologist.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position will remain open until filled; however applications received by May 20th will be given full consideration.

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Why Choose Iowa State University
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.

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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.