Job Title: Medical Laboratory ScientistJob Description Support blood testing in a reference laboratory. Learn job skills, company policies, and procedures to complete routine tasks like testing, editing, and reporting clinical tests. Handle routine assignments and make decisions with guidance from a supervisor or lead. Test and review quality control before releasing test results, including documentation and reporting. Maintain lab equipment, fix issues with equipment and methods, and follow all lab safety rules, including using PPE and proper disposal of biohazards. Act as a contact for questions and research about samples and test results. Help coordinate department workflow and order reagents, chemicals, equipment parts, and other items as needed. Understand and explain methods and specifications as requested. Show continued competence in all areas, complete proficiency testing, assist with validation studies, analyze data, and suggest solutions for issues. Report issues to the supervisor for resolution. Follow the Code of Business Conduct and all company policies, procedures, and assist with various projects as assigned by the supervisor. Responsibilities + Support blood testing in a reference laboratory. + Complete routine tasks like testing, editing, and reporting clinical tests. + Handle routine assignments and make decisions with guidance from a supervisor or lead. + Test and review quality control before releasing test results, including documentation and reporting. + Maintain lab equipment and fix issues with equipment and methods. + Follow all lab safety rules, including using PPE and proper disposal of biohazards. + Act as a contact for questions and research about samples and test results. + Help coordinate department workflow. + Order reagents, chemicals, equipment parts, and other items as needed. + Understand and explain methods and specifications as requested. + Show continued competence in all areas. + Complete proficiency testing, including reviews, investigations, and collecting quality control data. + Assist with validation studies, analyze data, and suggest solutions for issues. + Report issues to the supervisor for resolution. + Follow the Code of Business Conduct and all company policies and procedures. + Assist with various projects as assigned by the supervisor. Essential Skills + Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or Biological Sciences required. + 1+ year of lab experience. + Previous blood testing experience. + ASCP preferred, not required. + Demonstrated basic experience in clinical laboratory required. + Good verbal communication skills. + Must be able to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time efficiently. + Prior experience with laboratory systems preferred. + PC literacy required. + Ability to follow precise directions in a situation requiring speed, accuracy, and efficiency. Additional Skills & Qualifications + 0 – 3 years’ related experience. Work Environment SHIFT: Tuesdays to Fridays, 2:30pm to 11pm and Saturdays hours are flexible. Typically slower the last week of the month, candidate can expect 25-30 hours those weeks, providing a good chance to take a day off for appointments, etc. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift up to 40lb and be able to sit/stand for extended periods in a laboratory environment. Must be able to work with clinical and environmental samples, including, but not limited to blood, urine, etc. Must be able to work with chemicals and/or reagents specific to laboratory testing. Must be able to work in a medium to high noise level. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Rockleigh,NJ. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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