About Us:
The Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NIVES) has provided the highest level of specialized small animal health care to our community since 2004. We grew out of a well-established, AAHA accredited, primary care clinic originally started in this location in 1967. Over the past 20 years, we have grown into one of the largest small animal emergency and specialty hospitals in the state.
Our facility offers services in cardiology, internal medicine, surgery, and emergency and critical care. We have a team of board-certified specialists and emergency doctors committed to providing quality care to all patients. In 2015, NIVES became the only veterinary hospital in the state of Indiana to be certified as a Level II Critical Care Facility. This certification deems our hospital qualified to care for and treat even the most life-threatening cases. Our advanced diagnostic capabilities allow our doctors to diagnose and treat complicated medical conditions. These diagnostics include digital radiography, ultrasonography, electrocardiography, and computed tomography (CT).
Job Summary:
As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a vital role in assisting our veterinary team by conducting laboratory tests, preparing samples, and ensuring the accuracy of diagnostic results. Your contributions will directly impact the ability of our veterinary professionals to diagnose and treat pets in emergency and critical care situations.
Responsibilities:
Perform laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures, including bloodwork, urinalysis, cytology, and microbiology.
Collect and prepare patient samples (blood, urine, feces, etc.) for analysis.
Ensure accuracy and reliability of laboratory test results.
Maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure all equipment is properly calibrated.
Work closely with veterinarians and other veterinary staff to provide diagnostic support in emergency cases.
Record and log results accurately, maintaining patient confidentiality and compliance with hospital protocols.
Assist in managing laboratory inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
Participate in the hospital’s emergency and critical care protocols as needed.
Qualifications:
Previous experience in a veterinary laboratory setting, emergency care, or related medical laboratory experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of laboratory techniques and equipment, with the ability to troubleshoot and perform maintenance.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a compassionate approach to animal care.
Certification in laboratory technology or veterinary technology (CVT, LVT, or similar) preferred, but not required.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
Special Working Conditions:
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, and move) up to 50 pounds. Lifting higher weights requires requesting assistance from another associate.
Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate necessary equipment.
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and to solve problems involving several variables.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision.
Occasionally exposed to airborne particles and illness from patients and chemicals related to animal care and office equipment.
The noise level in the work environment is normally moderate.
Environment where pets are present.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.