Medical Laboratory Scientist

Overview Pride Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist to support our client’s medical facility in Clifton NJ 07012 . This is a 6-month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity. Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist Location: Clifton NJ 07012 Pay Range: $33-$40 per hour Duration: 6 months+ Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm (40 hrs per week) The salary is determined by an individual\'s level of experience, as well as any relevant licenses and certifications they may hold. Responsibilities Perform specimen handling, processing, and analysis following approved laboratory SOPs Conduct testing using validated laboratory procedures and instrumentation Review, verify, and release patient test results accurately Maintain complete and accurate records of all testing, QC, calibrations, and instrument maintenance Ensure proficiency testing samples are processed the same as patient specimens Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety guidelines Document quality control activities, corrective actions, and procedural calibrations Identify test system issues, troubleshoot problems, and escalate concerns to senior technologists or supervisors Report STAT and critical results per departmental protocols Maintain reagent and test kit logs including received, opened, and expiration dates Participate in department training, procedure updates, and monthly educational meetings Support safety initiatives and regulatory inspections as needed Maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall department appearance Provide excellent customer support when interacting with clients or internal lab teams Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor Qualifications BS in Medical Technology preferred, OR BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, OR Associate degree in Laboratory Science / Medical Technology, OR qualified under 42 CFR 493.1433 ASCP or AMT certification required/eligible Foreign-educated candidates must provide IERF credential evaluation U.S.-educated candidates must provide official original transcripts Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory experience High-complexity testing experience preferred Chemistry/Biology graduates must have 1 year of highly complex clinical lab experience National and state licensure as required Pride-Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Note: Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pride Health