Job Title: Technical Specialist
Job Description

As a Technical Specialist, you will provide quality test results by operating general chemistry, performing manual methods, and utilizing other available instrumentation in the laboratory. You will analyze and organize work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling, sorting specimens, checking labeling, logging specimens, and arranging reports for delivery, ensuring work surfaces remain clean and orderly. You will be responsible for monitoring test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained. You will also maintain quality results by running standards and controls, verifying equipment function through routine maintenance and troubleshooting, and calibrating equipment using approved testing procedures. Additionally, you will process and test up to 1000 samples per shift, work with blood and urine samples, and maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.

ResponsibilitiesOperate general chemistry and perform manual methods.Utilize available laboratory instrumentation.Match computer orders with specimen labeling.Sort specimens and check labeling.Log specimens and arrange reports for delivery.Keep work surfaces clean and orderly.Monitor test analyses and specimen examinations.Maintain quality results through standards and controls.Verify equipment function with routine maintenance and troubleshooting.Calibrate equipment using approved testing procedures.Process and test up to 1000 samples per shift.Work with blood and urine samples for testing.Maintain records of proficiency testing samples.Essential SkillsBachelor's Degree and/or MLT or MLS with 3-5 years of experience in a Clinical Laboratory or equivalent combination of education and work experience.Experience in healthcare chemistry bench (urine/blood testing).Experience validating assays in a Clinical Laboratory, ideally in Chemistry or Special Chemistry testing.Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Experience working with Beckman AU700 and Beckman AU5812.Experience with liquid handlers.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in a clinical healthcare lab setting.Experience with clinical laboratory validation.Work Environment

The laboratory includes R&D, specimen receiving, chemistry, microbiology, and toxicology. Routine day shifts start around 7am or 8am, with 8-hour shifts. During surge periods, shifts may rotate between 1st and 2nd shifts. The dress attire includes long pants, t-shirts, and closed-toed shoes, and lab coats are required when handling specimens. The team enjoys a family-like atmosphere with various fun activities, such as food truck events, dress-down days, talent shows, and fashion shows during lab week. Holiday pay and vacation are included, with five holidays observed.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $43.27/hr.

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 Hoffman Estates,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.