Lab Technologist

Job Title: Lab Technologist / Medical TechnologistJob Description

• The Lab Technologist / Medical Technologist performs a full range of laboratory procedures in a prompt, accurate, and reliable manner in accordance with established laboratory policies and departmental procedures.
• This role supports high-quality diagnostic testing by maintaining rigorous quality standards, ensuring proper equipment maintenance, and carefully reviewing results prior to release.
• The position offers the opportunity to work in a professional clinical laboratory environment and gain exposure to a variety of practice settings within a larger organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and STAT laboratory testing while maintaining established quality and performance standards.
• Complete all assigned laboratory work in a timely and efficient manner to support patient care and operational needs.
• Document quality control (QC), problems, and other relevant information clearly and legibly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, following all safety protocols.
• Review communication logs regularly to stay informed of updates, issues, and procedural changes.
• Prepare for each shift by gathering and organizing necessary supplies such as reagents and plates.
• Perform and document required maintenance on laboratory equipment according to established schedules and procedures.
• Review equipment calibration and quality control data prior to performing testing or releasing results.
• Perform calibrations and run quality control materials as needed to ensure accurate test performance.
• Carefully review test results before releasing them to ensure accuracy and consistency with QC and calibration data.
• Review pending tests at the end of the shift and take appropriate action to ensure completion or proper handoff.
• Follow established repeat testing protocols when results are questionable or require confirmation.
• Review check sheets and other monitoring documents to verify that all required tasks and checks are completed.
• Carry out duties independently without direct supervision while adhering to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Inform the supervisor or appropriate personnel of supply inventory levels and potential shortages.
• Understand and follow all laboratory policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Date and initial reagents when they are placed into use to ensure proper tracking and compliance.
• Identify at least one fire extinguisher location and demonstrate awareness of basic emergency procedures within the lab.
• Read and interpret analytical curves relevant to laboratory testing and instrumentation.
• Read and understand Levy-Jennings charts and use them to monitor and interpret quality control performance.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science field.
• Ability to pass a visual discrimination assessment to accurately read and interpret laboratory results and charts.
• Ability to perform routine and STAT laboratory tests in accordance with established protocols.
• Competence in documenting quality control, maintenance, and laboratory issues clearly and legibly.
• Ability to perform and document routine maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Ability to review and interpret calibration data and quality control results prior to testing and result release.
• Skill in reading and interpreting analytical curves relevant to laboratory methods.
• Skill in reading and understanding Levy-Jennings charts for quality control monitoring.
• Capability to work independently without direct supervision while following laboratory policies and procedures.
• Physical ability to perform medium work, including lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying objects up to 25 pounds.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in medical laboratory settings such as physician office laboratories or patient service centers.
• Interest in gaining exposure to different and smaller clinical settings within a larger diagnostic organization.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards in testing and documentation.
• Effective time management skills to complete work promptly and manage pending tests at the end of the shift.
• Awareness of laboratory safety practices, including knowledge of fire extinguisher locations and emergency procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues regarding inventory, issues, and workflow.
• Comfort working overnight or early morning hours (approximately 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. shift).

Work Environment

• This role is based in a clinical laboratory environment that requires medium physical effort, including lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds, as well as pushing and pulling equipment or supply carts as needed.
• You work with standard laboratory instruments, reagents, and supplies while following strict safety and quality protocols.
• The position typically follows an overnight or early morning schedule (approximately 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.), providing the opportunity to support critical testing during off-peak hours.
• The environment emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to laboratory procedures, with opportunities to gain experience across smaller in-office doctor settings or patient service centers within a larger diagnostic framework.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Elmwood Park, NJ. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $26.00 - $29.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Elmwood Park, NJ. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Elmwood Park,NJ.About Actalent

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