Medical Lab Scientist II

The Medical Lab Scientist II will play a critical role in the Automated Chemistry Department, responsible for testing assigned specimens, troubleshooting instruments and procedures, and ensuring high-quality results. This position supports the department through quality control, customer support, and staff training, contributing to process improvement and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report on assigned analytical tests according to Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring quality control requirements are met.
• Support and comply with laboratory policies for specimen handling, processing, test analysis, and reporting.
• Maintain turnaround time of results, including STATS or critical results.
• Ensure reagents/test kits have appropriate dates recorded.
• Conduct and document quality control analysis to ensure data accuracy and instrument functionality.
• Make quality control decisions regarding assay or test disposition.
• Escalate problems related to test procedures.
• Report deviations from standard testing procedures and cooperate with investigations.
• Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System.
• Adhere to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements.
• Utilize personal protective equipment and adhere to safety controls.
• Answer client or lab personnel inquiries.
• Participate in inspections by government or regulatory agencies.

• Proficiency in Chemistry and Clinical Laboratory processes.
• Familiarity with CLIA standards.
• ASCP or C (ASCP) certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in a Science-related field, preferably Chemistry or Medical Lab Science.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical lab experience, preferably in Chemistry.

• Experience as a generalist in clinical laboratory settings.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and customer support abilities.

The role is set in a busy clinical lab environment with increasing volume. Work shifts vary, including Tuesday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Thursday to Monday from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, and Sunday to Thursday from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Shift differentials apply, with a 10% increase for evening shifts and weekends. Employees are provided with personal protective equipment and adhere to laboratory safety protocols.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $68640.00 - $79040.00/yr.

Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who meet hours requirement
15 PTO days first year
Paid Holidays
Annual Bonus Opportunity
401(k) with matching contributions
Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Blueprint for Wellness
Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who meet hours requirements
Opportunities for career advancement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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