Medical Laboratory Technician Part Time 3rd Shift at IDEXX

You are a detail-oriented technician with a high school diploma who has hands-on experience working night shifts in a laboratory environment. While a science de

Work type: onsite

Location: Dallas, TX

Salary: $22/hr

Type: Full-time

Summary

You are a detail-oriented technician with a high school diploma who has hands-on experience working night shifts in a laboratory environment. While a science degree is a plus, your ability to handle diagnostic samples and operate microscopes or clinical analyzers is what will make you a strong candidate for this role. **What makes it worth a look...** IDEXX is hiring for a part-time role in Dallas, Texas, paying $22 per hour plus a $3 per hour shift differential. You will work two 10.5-hour shifts on Friday and Saturday nights from 2:00 AM to 12:30 PM. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Possess proven night shift experience in a clinical or diagnostic setting. * Are comfortable handling and processing various animal biohazard and parasitology samples. * Have practical experience using laboratory equipment like microscopes, pipettes, and analyzers. * Can lift up to 50 pounds and maintain focus during repetitive tasks while following standard operating procedures.

Job Description

As a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in theParasitology 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. You will join a fast-paced work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth. This is a part-time role with competitive benefits. [If 30 hours or more it will include benefits]

• 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 Parasitology is Important to IDEXX with Ashley Lemley, Labs Manager](https://vimeo.com/663392580)

[What You Need to Succeed in Parasitology with Timothy Ives, Lab Supervisor](https://vimeo.com/663118329)

[The Best Part About Working in Parasitology - Stephanie McAdam, Medical Laboratory Technician](https://vimeo.com/662998583)

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:    


• Parasitology: Examining samples to identify parasites, utilizing fecal flotation and various microscopic techniques.

• 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.  


• You MUST HAVE NIGHT SHIFT EXPERIENCE


• You MUST be able to work around and with Parasitology samples from animals that are sent to our lab for analyzing


• 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.

• Hourly rates targeting: $22 / HR


• You will be eligible for the Hourly Shift Differential at the rate of : $ 3 / HR (this is in addition to the hourly rate)


• On the job training and career advancement opportunities


• Opportunity to do meaningful work where you positively impact the lives of people and pets all over the world

• The hours for this position are: 2AM-12:30PM


• The schedule for this position is: FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY NIGHT


• This is a PART TIME POSITION


• You will be working 2 nights per week


• The shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business needs.


• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.Why IDEXX?

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.

Let’s 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, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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