Lab Technician I

Actalent; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical laboratory field is seeking a dedicated Lab Technician I to join their team in Pleasant Prairie, WI. This entry-level position involves various lab duties, including specimen handling and lab maintenance, providing an excellent opportunity for career advancement in the medical field.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Seeking candidates with a degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related fields.
• Previous lab experience preferred.
• Ability to type a minimum of 45 wpm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accessioning specimens and preparing slide trays.
• Assisting with lab organization and maintenance.
• Cleaning lab equipment and stocking supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Sciences

High School Diploma

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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Lab Technician I to join our team. The primary responsibilities will involve various lab duties, including preparing and handling specimens, assisting with lab organization, and performing essential lab maintenance tasks. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable experience and advance their careers in the medical laboratory field.

Job Title: Lab Technician I

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Lab Technician I to join our team. The primary responsibilities will involve various lab duties, including preparing and handling specimens, assisting with lab organization, and performing essential lab maintenance tasks. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable experience and advance their careers in the medical laboratory field.

Responsibilities

• Accessioning specimens
• Preparing slide trays
• Filing blocks and slides
• Assisting with lab organization and maintenance
• Preparing solutions and recycling chemicals
• Performing tissue embedding after training
• Assisting with H&E slide preparation
• Cleaning lab equipment and tools
• Stocking lab supplies and performing inventory
• Adhering to compliance and completing training
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Sciences (Chemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Laboratory Science, Environmental Science, etc.)
• High School Diploma required
• Previous lab experience preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• Ability to type a minimum of 45 wpm preferred
• Attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
  
  

Work Environment

The position is based in a Pathology Lab with working hours from Monday to Friday between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. The schedule may rotate to include weekends depending on business needs. This role provides an opportunity to gain the required hours and experience to qualify for the HT or ASCP Exam within a year of employment. Upon certification, there is a potential for a pay increase and opportunities for advancement based on performance reviews, progressing to Tech II, Tech III, Team Lead, and higher levels.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.25 - $17.25/hr.

Requirements

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 Pleasant Prairie,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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