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Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Technologist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated MLT/MT to join our laboratory team. This role involves performing a variety of complex laboratory tests and procedures to provide accurate data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases. You will be working in a specialized oncology lab, providing meaningful contributions to patient care.

Responsibilities

+ Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient result records.

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

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

+ Perform specimen analysis for Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology.

+ Maintain and operate laboratory equipment, ensuring daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance as required.

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

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

+ Participate in proficiency testing by conducting sample analysis and reporting results annually.

+ Prepare peripheral blood smears and perform complete WBC differentials.

+ Conduct microscopic examinations of urinary sediment and record results accurately.

+ Process specimens for send-out testing and follow laboratory policies for acceptable test performance levels.

+ Identify and resolve issues affecting test performance or report to supervisor.

+ Document corrective actions for deviations from laboratory standards.

+ Verify and document critical results with accurate follow-up.

+ Maintain inventory of supplies and ensure viability before use.

+ Prepare reagents, stains, and chemical solutions as needed and restock laboratory areas.

+ Chart patient results in a timely manner.

Essential Skills

+ ASCP or AMT Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

+ Proficiency as a generalist in a CLIA-certified lab.

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

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in an oncology lab is advantageous.

+ Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Work Environment

This position offers a weekday shift, Monday to Friday from 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM, with no weekend work required. Travel to other locations in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Suffolk Harbor View, and Hampton may be required to fill in as needed. The role provides a unique opportunity to work with cancer patients, offering a rewarding experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $37.00/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 Williamsburg,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.