Laboratory Technician, 1st shift

IDEXX

About the Role

You will perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. This role is a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world, in a fast-paced work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth.

Departments

• Sample Management
• Parasitology

Key Responsibilities

• Sample Management Technician:

• Receive, prepare, and accession veterinary samples (blood, urine, feces, and biopsies) for laboratory analysis and testing.

• Remove specimens from transport bags and enter specimen data into a computer tracking system.

• Rack and bundle prepared samples for delivery to each testing department.

• Assist other lab personnel with specimen storage and ensuring that Turnaround Times (TAT's) are met.

• Parasitology Technician:

• Work with fecal samples to prepare them for analysis.

• Use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools.

• Move fecal samples through various steps for testing preparation.

• Load and unload samples into analyzers.

• Follow SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) to ensure samples move through the testing process correctly and efficiently.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
• Outstanding attention to detail abilities.
• Proven track record of paying attention to the steps in a process.
• Positive attitude and energy to support colleagues.
• Looking forward to working in a team.
• Great sense of team spirit and responsibility.
• Able to meet physical requirements: standing and sitting for extended periods, phone & computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50lb.
• Specific vision ability: close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Awareness of potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience/education as a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT) is a plus.

What You Can Expect

• Hourly target rate: $22.50 / hour
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration.
• Health / Dental / Vision benefits from day one.
• 5% matching 401k.
• On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities.
• Additional benefits include financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and more.
• Opportunity to do meaningful work impacting the lives of people and pets.

Schedule

• Tuesday through Saturday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm OR 4:30 am - 1:00 pm (no rotation).
• Shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business needs.
• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Work Location

• On-site in our Dallas, TX lab.