Medical Lab Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) – Parasitology

As a 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. 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.

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
• What You Need to Succeed in Parasitology with Timothy Ives, Lab Supervisor
• The Best Part About Working in Parasitology - Stephanie McAdam, Medical Laboratory Technician

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 are able to work the overnight shift
• You possess a High School diploma or equivalent. A degree in a Science‑related field is preferred.
• If you previously worked as a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT), this experience and education is a plus.
• You ideally 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 look 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 50 lb, and specific vision ability – close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• There is potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

• Hourly rates targeting: $21.00 / hr
• Opportunity for shift differential: $3 / hr
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration
• Health / Dental / Vision benefits Day‑One
• 5 % matching 401(k)
• On‑the‑job training and career advancement opportunities (experience NOT required)
• 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 more.
• Opportunity to do meaningful work where you positively impact the lives of people and pets worldwide.

• You will be working 40 hours / week. The scheduled shifts will have a start time of 5:00 am or 6:00 am, with an end time of 1:30 pm or 2:30 am depending on your start time. Tuesday through Saturday. Flexibility to stay longer as needed is a huge plus.

We’re proud of the work we do because it matters. As an innovation leader, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 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…