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Histology Technician – 2nd Shift

IDEXX·Elmhurst, Illinois

$27 - $35/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Prepare veterinary tissue samples for diagnosis through dissection, embedding, microtomy, and special staining. Contribute to complex tissue diagnostics for a variety of pets and animals.

As a clinically trained Histotechnologist or Histotechnician at IDEXX you’ll have the opportunity to use your HT and HLT skills in a whole new way. You will be a key contributor at IDEXX, the global leader in veterinary diagnostic. Yes, you read that right, Veterinary Diagnostics!

Histologists at IDEXX perform dissection, grossing, embedding, microtomy, special staining, and complex tissue diagnostics on veterinary samples from dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and all other pets big and small. Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of pets? The pet owner counts on it!

(This is a full-time position with excellent day-one benefits.)

Why this role matters

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, including this role. 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. The focus on enhancing the lives of people and pets, starts with our own employees and empowering them to achieve their goals, focusing on continuous improvement, and supporting the strong collaboration and inclusiveness that exist in our team.

If you’d like more information about histology jobs at IDEXX before applying, you can explore our Histology Careers web page: https://careers.idexx.com/us/en/histology [https://careers.idexx.com/us/en/histology]

In this role

  • You will be preparing veterinary tissue samples for diagnosis.
  • Depending on your knowledge and experience you will work on one or several of the following benches: Dissection, embedding, microtomy, and special staining.

What you need to succeed

You have 1+ year experience working in a histology lab

Previous experience with complex tissue dissection is a plus.

Associates, Bachelor’s and / or Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

ASCP certification preferred.

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.

What you can expect from us

  • Hourly wage starting at $26.00 - $35.00 / hour based on experience. ASCP HT/HTL licensed candidates with industry experience may be considered for more advanced roles.
  • Opportunity for shift differential: $3.00 / hour
  • Health / Dental / Vision benefits from day one
  • Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration
  • 5% matching 401k
  • 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
  • The opportunity to do meaningful work where you positively impact the lives of people and pets all over the world

Schedule

This is a full-time (40hr/wk), evening shift position, with a couple different schedules available for the successful candidate:

Five 8-hour shifts, with the following schedules available

Sunday - Thursday, 3pm -1130pm OR 4pm - 12

  • 30am
  • OR
  • Monday through
  • Friday, 3pm -1130pm
  • OR 4pm - 12:30am, working a rotating Saturday OR:

Four 10hr shifts, with the following schedules available

  • Wednesday -
  • Saturday, 3:00pm - 1:30am

OR Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Monday, 3

00pm - 1:30am

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

Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Why idexx?

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve since 1983, our team members 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 collaborative global workforce. Our culture is one that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you’ll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Knowing our work makes a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of pets and people is what motivates us every day. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you’ll find it here.

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. IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, 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.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

As a Histotechnologist or Histotechnician, you will work on site in our Elmhurst, IL lab.

Does this sound like the opportunity for you? Apply today!

#LI-SM1

Requirements

Requires 1+ year of histology lab experience and the ability to meet physical lab requirements. An associate's degree or higher and ASCP certification are preferred.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Teamwork
  • Attention To Detail
  • Laboratory Safety
  • Biohazard Handling
  • Dissection
  • Embedding
  • Microtomy
  • Grossing
  • Special Staining
  • Tissue Diagnostics

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401k Matching
  • Pet Insurance
  • Financial Support
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Annual Cash Bonus
  • Volunteer Paid Days Off
  • Employee Stock Program
  • Foundation Donation Matching
  • Merit Pay Increase

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$27 - $35/hr
Location
Elmhurst, Illinois
Posted
Jun 23, 2026
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Hiring organization

IDEXX

10,000+ people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep...

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IndustryBiotechnology Research
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
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