ROOD AND RIDDLE EQUINE HOSPITAL CLINICAL LABORATORY POSITION – FULL TIME 36-40 HOURS/WEEK

Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital has an opening for a full-time laboratory technologist. This is a generalist laboratory position supporting a multi-doctor equine referral hospital. Candidate should have experience in hematology, clinical chemistry, endocrinology and microscopy. We pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive and supportive environment. Attention to detail and good communication skills are required.

Qualifications:

• MLT, MLS, CLS or veterinary technician education/certification required

• Laboratory experience (two years preferred)

• Ability to lift 30 pounds unaided

• Ability to stand for sufficient periods to complete diagnostic tasks

• Correctable vision to enable accurate specimen handling and microscope work

Benefits:

• Health insurance with Health savings account (HSA) option.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance provided by employer.

• Additional Life and health insurance available (AFLAC)

• 401(k) participation after one year

• 401(k) matching contribution after one year

• Vacation, sick, personal, and paid holiday time.

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discounts

Skills and Responsibilities:

•  Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Must be able to function within a team that maintains a collegial environment

• Maintain attention to detail

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Primary Duties:

• Perform routine diagnostics tests (hematology, chemistry, endocrinology, microbiology)

• Adhere to good laboratory practice and OSHA guidelines

• Meet state diagnostic requirements as needed

• Verify, document, and report test findings per laboratory protocols

• Interface with clients via telephone, email and text

• Meet quality control guidelines for laboratory analyzers

• Maintain stock of consumables for designated analyzers

• Be prepared to assist co-workers in the timely performance of their allotted tasks when necessary

Schedule:

• Anticipated hours of work are 12pm – 9:30pm

• Rotating holiday and weekend schedules are required

• Overtime is seasonally available (January – July)

No phone calls. Please use the form below to apply