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Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Hematopathology Morphology)
Job Description
The Hematopathology Morphology group is responsible for performing complete blood counts (CBC) and analyzing cellular morphology in peripheral blood and some body fluids. The laboratory also performs a wide range of cytochemical stains.
Responsibilities
- Accession pathology cases by reviewing and documenting materials.
- Correlate paperwork and assess the appropriateness of ordering.
- Communicate with clients when discrepancies are encountered or additional information is needed.
- Collaborate with departments such as Cell Kinetics, Molecular, and Cytogenetics.
- Work closely with pathologists to ensure accurate and efficient processes.
- Handle computer work including intake of materials like slides and bone marrow, logging into the computer, ensuring identifiers are correct, and checking paperwork.
Essential Skills
- Experience in laboratory and medical laboratory testing.
- Proficiency in instrumentation experience and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of chemistry and biology.
- Background as a Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist.
- Experience in specimen processing and chemistry.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a human biological science such as Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Animal Science, Marine Biology, Neuroscience, etc. is required.
Work Environment
Work within the Hematopathology Morphology Group on a day shift, Monday through Friday, with rotating start times between 7-9 am for an 8-hour shift. The work culture is collaborative and focused on problem-solving, offering a variety of cases and opportunities to engage in different aspects of the field. The team participates in events such as chili cook-offs, apple pie contests, and hikes. The environment is dynamic, with daily huddles to ensure coordination and communication.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Rochester,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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