Medical Laboratory Scientist

Actalent; Luling (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform high-quality clinical laboratory testing that supports accurate diagnosis and patient care. You will work with advanced instrumentation, follow SOPs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while ensuring safety and quality in a dynamic environment.

The role requires a biology/chemistry-based degree, LIS familiarity, and certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a life sciences field and eligibility for state/CLIA requirements.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic reporting workflows.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory setting, including academic or training environments.
• Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist (ASCP/AMT or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Assess specimen acceptability according to criteria and policy.
• Perform routine and complex procedures per SOPs.
• Monitor and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation to minimize downtime.
• Make technical decisions on testing, interpretation, and problem resolution.
• Prepare, test and evaluate reagents and quality control materials.
• Report test results accurately and promptly to support patient care.
• Maintain preventive maintenance on instruments per schedule.
• Conduct quality control and investigate out-of-range results.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or an equivalent degree

Tools

Clinical laboratory instruments

Job description

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to perform high-quality clinical laboratory testing that directly supports accurate diagnosis and effective patient care. As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, you will carry out routine and complex laboratory procedures, ensure the reliability of test results, and uphold rigorous quality and safety standards. You will work with advanced laboratory instrumentation, collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory processes.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of patient specimens for testing according to established criteria and laboratory policies.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation to ensure proper functionality and minimize downtime.
• Make sound technical decisions regarding testing, result interpretation, and problem resolution.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents and quality control materials to support accurate and reliable testing.
• Report test results accurately and in a timely manner to support high-quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance on instruments and equipment in line with laboratory schedules and procedures.
• Conduct and document quality control procedures, investigate out-of-range results, and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Identify, organize, and replenish testing bench supplies to ensure continuous workflow.
• Assist with the processing of specimens, including accessioning and preparation, when needed to support overall laboratory operations.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following laboratory safety protocols and using appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and other departments to support a team-based laboratory environment.
• Adapt to changing workload demands, including working overtime or alternative shifts as needed to meet business requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or an equivalent degree that meets local regulatory and CLIA or state requirements.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and electronic reporting workflows.
• Experience working in a clinical laboratory environment, even within an academic or training setting.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist through ASCP, AMT, or an equivalent body

Work Environment

The position is based in a clinical laboratory environment where you will work with a variety of analytical instruments, reagents, and computer-based systems. You will follow established Standard Operating Procedures and regulatory guidelines while performing testing across routine and complex assays. The role involves standing for portions of the shift, handling biological specimens, and working with chemicals and reagents, all within a controlled and safety-focused setting. Appropriate personal protective equipment, such as lab coats, gloves, and eye protection, is required and provided to support safe work practices. Work hours may vary based on departmental needs, and you may be asked to work overtime or alternative shifts to ensure continuous laboratory operations and timely patient results.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Luling, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Luling,TX.

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.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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