Laboratory Technician

As Laboratory Technician at IDEXX, you perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. You will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world, joining a fast‑paced work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth. (This is a full‑time position with excellent day‑one benefits.) What You’ll Be Doing As a Laboratory Technician You will use automated analyzers, microscopes and other laboratory diagnostic tools to perform analyses and tests that diagnose animal illnesses, injuries and diseases in support of veterinarian animal treatment. You will perform diagnostic tests on blood, urine, fecal or pet biopsy samples that we receive in our lab by the thousands, every day. You will set up and run lab tests, then read and release results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures). What You’ll Need To Succeed You possess a High School diploma or equivalent; a degree in a science‑related field is preferred. Work experience as a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT) is a plus but not required. Ideally you have experience setting up, running, and reading lab tests, and operating laboratory equipment (microscopes, pipetting and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers). 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 50 lb, 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 rates targeting: $23.25 / hr Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration Health / Dental / Vision benefits from day one 5 % matching 401(k) On‑the‑job training and career advancement opportunities Additional benefits including 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 The hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 12 PM – 6:30 PM. The shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business needs. Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position. As a Laboratory Technician, you will work on site in our Bloomington lab. 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. Does this sound like the opportunity for you? Apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr