Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Location Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Date Posted August 04, 2026 Job ID 15197 Employment Type Contract To Hire

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Clinical Laboratory Technologist for an innovative molecular diagnostics laboratory in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This is a Temp to Hire, full-time, onsite opportunity working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Join a collaborative laboratory team performing high-complexity molecular diagnostic testing in a CLIA-certified environment dedicated to delivering accurate, timely results that support quality patient care.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Clinical Laboratory Technologist will perform laboratory testing across multiple areas of a high-complexity molecular diagnostics laboratory, including specimen accessioning, DNA extraction, PCR testing, post-PCR processing, reagent production, and quality control activities. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, quality, and integrity of diagnostic testing while maintaining compliance with CLIA, CAP, HIPAA, and established laboratory standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a laboratory professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment focused on innovation, precision, and continuous improvement.

PERKS

• $30.00- $32.00/HR DOE

• Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

• Collaborative, team-oriented laboratory environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform specimen accessioning, DNA extraction, PCR testing, post-PCR processing, reagent preparation, and other molecular laboratory procedures in accordance with established standard operating procedures.

• Verify patient specimens, identify discrepancies, and accurately maintain laboratory documentation and laboratory information systems.

• Perform qualitative and quantitative assay reviews while participating in laboratory quality control programs and regulatory compliance initiatives.

• Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, HIPAA, laboratory safety standards, and established laboratory procedures.

• Participate in troubleshooting, peer training, laboratory meetings, research initiatives, and special projects while supporting continuous process improvement.

• Assist with laboratory maintenance, equipment monitoring, on-call rotation, and daily laboratory housekeeping responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MLT or MT certification required.

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related life sciences field preferred.

• Clinical laboratory experience, preferably within a molecular diagnostics laboratory.

• Experience with laboratory information systems and clinical data entry preferred.

• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills. ASCP certification preferred.

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM

Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can also be found online.

Scion Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.

For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and unbiased talent acquisition and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.