Medical Technologist (Clinical Laboratory Scientist)

Medical Technologist (Clinical Laboratory Scientist)

Immediate need for a talented Medical Technologist (Clinical Laboratory Scientist). This is a 13 weeks contract opportunity with potential for extension and is located in Lawrenceville, GA (Onsite).

Pay Range: $45 - $50/hour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Weekly Gross: $2,003.10 (based on completion of 40 hours per week)
• Important Note: Facility will ONLY consider Medical Technologist & Medical Laboratory Scientist. Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) will NOT be considered.
• Schedule: 8-hour night shifts (10:30pm 7:00am, varies) with every 4th weekend 40 hours expected per week
• Perform routine and specialized testing on blood, body fluids, and other specimens in areas such as hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, and microbiology.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory analyzers and equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
• Review and validate test results for accuracy, reliability, and clinical significance; troubleshoot unexpected or abnormal findings.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance procedures; document all actions per regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and HIPAA standards.
• Recognize critical values and communicate results promptly to nursing or medical staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation in laboratory information system (LIS/EMR).
• Assist with inventory management, reagent preparation, and specimen processing as needed.
• Participate in proficiency testing and continuing education.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Must have skills: - Medical Technologist, Clinical Lab Scientist, ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, HHS, Specimen Testing, Clinical Laboratory
• Active certification from one of the following (required): ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, or HHS
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience within medical technology or clinical laboratory science specialty
• Experience in a clinical lab setting (preferred)
• Ability to work 8 hour night shifts (10:30pm 7:00am, varies) with every 4th weekend, 40 hours guaranteed per week
• No local candidates within 50 miles (travel only)
• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing methodologies, quality control, and safety protocols
• Proficiency in hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, and microbiology testing
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting results
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced lab
• Effective communication of critical values to clinical staff
• Consistent 8 hour night shifts with guaranteed 40 hours per week (every 4th weekend)
• Opportunity to work in a dedicated laboratory department at a leading hospital
• Perform high complexity testing in a well equipped clinical lab
• Supportive, team oriented environment
• Prime Lawrenceville, GA location suburban comfort near Atlanta