MLT / MT

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Laboratory Technician to join our high-volume laboratory team. This role involves performing a variety of tests and procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology, contributing significantly to patient care, particularly in an oncology setting.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, and maintaining records of patient results.
• 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 laboratory equipment, performing daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and document all QC activities, instrument calibrations, and maintenance.
• Record lot numbers of all controls, calibrators, and reagents.
• Participate in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results annually.
• Prepare peripheral blood smears and perform complete WBC differentials.
• Perform microscopic examination of urinary sediment.
• Record results on appropriate worksheets and computer systems, performing file maintenance.
• Process specimens for send-out testing.
• Follow laboratory policies when test systems are not within established acceptable performance levels.
• Identify problems affecting test performance or reporting and either correct them or notify a supervisor.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from performance standards.
• Verify all critical results and document with accurate follow-up.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies and ensure all supplies are viable before use.
• Prepare reagents, stains, and other chemical solutions as needed.
• Restock the laboratory area as needed.
• Process in-house and incoming results for charting.
• Chart patient results in a timely manner.

Essential Skills

• ASCP/AMT Certification
• At least 2 years of experience preferred
• Experience as a Generalist, Medical Technologist, or in medical lab technology and medical laboratory science

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program, typically resulting in an associate degree
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician by the Board of Registry of American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)

Work Environment

The position is located in a high-volume lab onsite in Suffolk, VA. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, with flexible start times between 7am and 9am, and end times between 3:30pm and 5:30pm. No weekends or night shifts are required. The work environment requires the ability to keep up with a fast pace and work independently. This role offers the unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in an oncology lab, providing meaningful work with cancer patients.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Suffolk,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $20 - $40