Laboratory Technician, 3rd shift

About the Role

• Laboratory Technician, 3rd shift at IDEXX.
• Work location: Portland, OR lab.
• Start dates between December 15 and December 31, 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing to help veterinarians diagnose and treat pets.
• Use automated analyzers, microscopes, and other laboratory diagnostic tools to perform analyses and tests.
• Diagnose animal illnesses, injuries, and diseases in support of veterinary animal treatment.
• Perform diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal, or pet biopsy samples.
• Set up and run lab tests.
• Read and release results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A 2-, 3-, or 4-year degree in a Science-related field is preferred.
• Experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests is ideal.
• Experience operating laboratory equipment (e.g., microscopes, pipetting, clinical diagnostic analyzers) is ideal.
• Positive attitude and energy for the lab.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Concentration on details and ability to work reliably and precisely.
• Great team spirit and responsibility.
• Ability to meet physical requirements: standing/sitting for extended periods, phone & computer use, extended reach, lifting up to 50lb, and specific vision ability (close, color, depth perception, focus adjustment).
• Awareness of potential exposure to biohazards, zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Experience as a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT).
• Experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT).

Schedule

• Tuesday through Saturday, Midnight - 8:30 am.
• Every-third Saturday into Sunday rotation with the same hours (day off during the week if rotation day is worked).
• Shifts and hours may vary slightly based on business needs.
• Reliable and dependable attendance is essential.