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Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job Description

The Medical Technologist I is responsible for performing a variety of moderately or highly complex tests on patient and quality control samples for chemistry procedures. These tests may be conducted using manual methods that require technical interpretation or automated analyzers that involve maintenance and troubleshooting. The role also includes assisting in staffing the core laboratory and training laboratory personnel.

Responsibilities

+ Perform moderately complex tests on various specimen sources such as blood, urine, and other body fluids using established procedures under close supervision.

+ Operate high-throughput analyzers and robotic automation to obtain optimal accuracy and precision of results in blood, urine, and body fluids.

+ Conduct critical care testing using blood gas and electrolyte equipment, co-oximeters, and whole blood glucose analyzers.

+ Operate instruments for therapeutic drug and drug of abuse analyses, including determining blood lead levels and screening blood for volatiles.

+ Perform immunoassay testing to determine levels of hormones, metabolites, drugs, tumor markers, and various ligands.

+ Execute special chemistry procedures such as HPLC and automated analysis, preparing reports for Hemoglobinopathy testing and Infectious Diseases.

+ Review test results before reporting, consulting with a supervisor when results are unusual or unanticipated.

+ Receive patient specimens, preparing them for testing or referral to other laboratories.

+ Perform established quality assurance procedures and maintain appropriate records.

+ Use the laboratory information system for all records functions and inquiries.

+ Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe working environment in the laboratory.

+ Communicate technical matters to physicians, staff, and customers.

+ Assist with the training of laboratory personnel, new staff, and students.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

+ Degree in Chemistry or Medical Laboratory Sciences.

+ ASCP certification preferred.

+ One year of experience with Abbott Alinity and AMS middleware or Radiometer Blood Gas Analyzers.

+ Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

+ Knowledge of handling potentially infectious specimen material.

+ Understanding of laboratory quality assurance programs.

+ Ability to identify and refer technical or clinical problems.

+ Effective communication with peers, supervisors, and healthcare staff.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Must meet CLIA requirements.

+ Completion of Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences is strongly recommended.

+ Completion of training on daily bench assignments with a staff technologist or supervisor.

Work Environment

The role is based in a laboratory environment, ideally during night shifts from 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM or from 3:30 PM to midnight. Flexibility in work hours within these shifts is preferred. The position requires adherence to OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Control Act and maintaining a professional appearance and attitude.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 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.

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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.