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Job Title: Medical Lab Scientist I
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Job Description
Join our team as a Medical Lab Scientist I, where you will perform both routine and complex technical procedures according to our department's Standard Operating Procedures. Your role will involve determining the acceptability of specimens for testing, monitoring and troubleshooting instrumentation, and making technical decisions regarding testing and problem-solving. You will also prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls, report test results accurately and timely, and perform preventive maintenance and quality control procedures. Additionally, you will assist with specimen processing and maintain a safe work environment.
Hard Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
Clinical laboratory testing experience
State Medical Technologist license (if required)
ASCP or AMT certification (if required)
Proficiency with computers and laboratory information systems
Familiarity with Abbott 4100, Alinity, Sysmex XN, Stago Evaluation, Stago Compact, Griffols Efflexis
Soft Skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
High level of attention to detail
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to pass a standardized color vision screen
Flexibility to work overtime or different shifts as needed
Job Type
This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 26 Weekly.
Work Site This is a fully on-site position About Actalent
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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.
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