Technical Lab - Medical Laboratory Scientist

Talentburst,-Inc; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentBurst is seeking a Technical Lab - Medical Laboratory Scientist for an onsite 6-month contract in Clifton, NJ. The role runs 8 hours/day, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm EST, with weekend rotations. The assignment starts 10/09/2026 and offers $40/hour.

Responsibilities include specimen handling, test analyses, reporting, QA/QC, and compliance with CLIA/HIPAA/OSHA guidelines. Requires BS in Medical Technology or equivalent and MT/MLT certification eligibility.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or MT/MLT qualification.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).
• United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. A successful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT/MLT from ASCP or AMT.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining patient test result records.
• Maintain records showing proficiency testing samples are tested like patient specimens.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures per SOPs.
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines.

Skills

Computer skills

QC/QA knowledge

Laboratory testing basics

Multiple LIS systems

Education

BS Medical Technology

Chemistry/Biology degree

MT/MLT certification

Job description

Technical Lab - Medical Laboratory Scientist #26-35293

$40/hour Clifton, NJ

Allied Health Professional // Medical Lab Technician Onsite Local Contract Starts 10/09/2026

Job Description

8 hours/day 5 days/week

Title -Technical Lab - Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location - Clifton NJ

Duration - 6 Months (Possibility of extension)

Shift/Time Zone: Dayshift/EST

Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm w/ weekend rotations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result;
• 2. Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;
• 3. Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
• 4. Review and release test results.
• 5. Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
• 6. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed;
• 7. Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• 8. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
• 9. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• 10. Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.
• 11. If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
• 12. Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
• 13. Maintain general appearance of the department.
• 14. Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates.
• 15. Review/train on new procedures.
• 16. Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.
• 17. Participate in all applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety manual. Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.
• 18. If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• 19. Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Required Knowledge: A solid understanding of basic laboratory testing is required for this position. The successful candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to working in multiple computer systems. Must have knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.

Education:

• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published in March 14, 1990. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. A successful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT).

Work Experience:

• 1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred. Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology. National and State licensure as required.

Special Requirements:

• 1. Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
• 2. Must interact with other departments.
• 3. Contact with clients may be required, good customer service skills are important.
• 4. Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.