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Laboratory Technician

#1 Hospital Worldwide | Entry-Level | Long-term Growth | Clinical Setting

Job Description

This Clinical Laboratory Technician role supports a Central Clinical Laboratory and Clinical Specialty Laboratory that delivers a mix of highly automated and manual testing to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The laboratory performs millions of tests annually across general chemistry, immunoassay, coagulation, hematology, renal, and cardiovascular specialties, and contributes directly to emergency department and routine testing needs. The position offers hands-on experience with advanced analytical technologies and involvement in research activities related to new clinical test development and outcomes assessment, making it an excellent foundation for a long-term career in clinical laboratory science.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing in areas such as general chemistry, immunoassay, coagulation, hematology, renal, and cardiovascular diagnostics to support patient care.
• Conduct both highly automated and manual laboratory tests, including lipid metabolism, cardiovascular risk testing, enzyme assays, and nutritional assays.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation such as mass spectrometry, nuclear magnetic resonance, ELISA platforms, chromatography systems (ICS), flow cytometry, visible and fluorescence spectroscopy equipment, combustion systems, electrophoresis instruments, ultracentrifugation equipment, and automatic chemistry analyzers.
• Process and handle patient specimens accurately, ensuring proper labeling, preparation, and storage according to laboratory protocols.
• Follow established laboratory procedures and quality control standards to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely test results.
• Document test procedures, results, and instrument maintenance activities in accordance with laboratory and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and other healthcare professionals to support efficient workflow and resolve testing or instrumentation issues.
• Participate in research studies related to the development of new clinical tests, evaluation of clinical utility, outcomes assessment, and appropriate test utilization.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, adhering to all safety and compliance guidelines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance test processes, instrumentation performance, and overall laboratory efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a human biological science is required (acceptable degrees include, but are not limited to, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience).

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, MN.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.