Microbiology - Medical Laboratory Technician Wetherby, England
Job description
We receive thousands of clinical samples every day from Veterinary Clinics, and we run tests on those samples to help veterinarians identify what might be wrong with someone's pet.
As a Laboratory Scientist in our Microbiology department, you will be working as part of a team primarily testing samples of swabs, faeces, and urine from companion animals, most commonly pet dogs and cats. Every sample you help to move along quickly and accurately in the process means we are one step closer to finding out how or why they might be sick. Thanks to you, someone's very beloved pet will get the treatment plan they need - how great is that?
This is a permanent full time position based in our Wetherby laboratory.
IDEXX reference laboratories are 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 receive, prepare, and process veterinary samples (primarily swabs, urine, and faeces) for laboratory analysis and testing.
You will be involved in the analysis and evaluation of chemical components of urine samples, using automated instrumentation and manual techniques.
You will culture faecal samples and prepare them for parasitology, utilising faecal flotation and ELISA methods.
You will process swabs for incubation, using automated and manual methods.
You will process bacterial isolates for identification and susceptibility testing.
You will assist with stock control and recording of information for audit purposes.
You will have a workload which often includes samples from livestock and exotic species through regular zoo screening.
From day one, you'll have full autonomy in your work, but you'll also get full support when you need it.
What You Need to Succeed:
Bachelors’ degree in Biomedical Sciences/Microbiology or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
A first successful experience in a similar position is desired.
Ideally you will have some good knowledge or practical experience in Urinalysis, Parasitology and/or Microbiology.
You are very comfortable with performing automated instrumentation or manual methods.
You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
You are able to read, understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures.
You have a positive attitude and love to bring this energy into the lab every day to support your colleagues, whether working independently or as a team contributor.
You are able to prioritize and multi-task, demonstrated excellent attention to detail on the job and can work reliably and precisely
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, colour, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Schedule:
The hours for this position are: Tuesday to Saturday
With a flexible start between 06:00 and 09:00 until 14:30 or 17:30
A regular participation in a Sunday rotation is also expected
Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Why IDEXX? :
We’re 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 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 supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.
Let’s pursue what matters together .
DEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of colour, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, colour, 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.
