• MLT / MT

    Actalent (Norfolk, VA)


    Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Technologist

    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Technician to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, and maintaining patient result records. This role provides an opportunity to work closely with cancer patients, contributing positively during a challenging time.

    Responsibilities

    + Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, and reporting.

    + Send specimens to reference laboratories for tests not performed in-house.

    + Process incoming orders for lab testing, including reference laboratory specimens.

    + Perform specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology specimens.

    + Maintain and operate all laboratory equipment.

    + Perform daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance.

    + Adhere to quality control policies and document QC activities, instrument calibrations, and maintenance.

    + Record lot numbers of all controls, calibrators, and reagents.

    + Participate in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis at least once a year.

    + Prepare peripheral blood smears and perform complete WBC differential.

    + Perform microscopic examination of urinary sediment and record results.

    + Process specimens for send-out testing.

    + Identify and correct problems that may affect test performance or notify a supervisor.

    + Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from acceptable performance levels.

    + Verify critical results and document accurate follow-up.

    + Maintain inventory of supplies and ensure viability before using in patient testing.

    + Prepare reagents, stains, and chemical solutions.

    + Restock laboratory area as needed.

    + Process in-house and incoming results for charting in a timely manner.

    Essential Skills

    + ASCP/AMT Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

    + Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program resulting in an associate degree.

    + Ability to work within CLIA regulations.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience working in oncology labs is highly beneficial.

    + Ability to manage and work with a team of up to 26 individuals.

    Work Environment

    This position offers a Monday to Friday schedule with start times between 7am and 9am, and end times between 3:30pm and 5:30pm. No weekends or nights are required. The role involves working at multiple locations, and must be willing to travel to other specified locations as needed.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Suffolk, Virginia.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $32.00/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 Norfolk,VA.

     

    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.