Medical Laboratory Scientist

Actalent; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a contract Medical Laboratory Technician to join our La Vergne, TN team onsite. You will evaluate test results, prepare reagents, and report accurate laboratory findings to support patient care.

The role requires 2+ years of medical lab experience with MLS certification preferred. You will assist with specimen handling and monitor inventory to ensure uninterrupted testing operations onsite.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a medical lab.
• MLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate test results and make technical decisions related to testing, quality control, and problem resolution.
• Prepare, validate, and evaluate reagents, controls, and calibration materials.
• Report accurate and timely laboratory results to support quality patient care.
• Assist with specimen processing and handling when necessary.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and replenish testing supplies as needed.

Skills

Medical lab experience

Education

MLS Certification

Job description

Job Description:

• Evaluate test results and make technical decisions related to testing, quality control, and problem resolution.


• Prepare, validate, and evaluate reagents, controls, and calibration materials.


• Report accurate and timely laboratory results to support quality patient care.


• Assist with specimen processing and handling when necessary.


• Monitor laboratory inventory and replenish testing supplies as needed.

Qualification :

• 2+ Years of experience working with Medical Lab is Mandatory


• MLS Certification Preferred

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of La Vergne, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.95 - $50.95/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in La Vergne,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 21, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

Equal Opportunity

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Legal Notices

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.