Medical Lab Scientist II - Fairhope

Job Title: Medical Lab Scientist II - Fairhope Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Lab Scientist II to join our team. This role involves performing routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of test results to deliver quality patient care.
Responsibilities
- Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
- Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions.
- Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
- Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
- Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
- Report accurate and timely test results.
- Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
- Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
- Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or equivalent as per local regulatory CLIA State requirements.
- 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience.
- State Medical Technologist license may be required.
- ASCP or AMT certification preferred or required based on requirement.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Proficiency with computers.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to pass a standardized color vision screen.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- MLS Certification preferred.
- Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) such as Epic Beaker.
- Experience with Cobas Pro, XN-2000 (hematology analyzer), Siemens CS-2500, and Eflexis is preferred.
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
Work Environment
The position requires working an overnight shift, consisting of four 10-hour shifts from Sunday to Wednesday, 9:00 pm to 7:30 am. You will be working alongside two other Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) and primarily performing specimen testing and quality control. There is a slight overlap with the second shift.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fairhope, AL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fairhope, AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fairhope,AL. About Actalent

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