Medical Lab Technologist

Actalent
  • Austin, TX
  • $31.86–$37.76 Per Hour
  • Contractor
  • Instant Apply
8 days ago

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist Night Shift (Hematology)

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to work as a Medical Laboratory Technologist within a busy Hematology department on night shifts. You will perform a variety of diagnostic tests in areas such as urinalysis, A1C, and complete blood counts (CBC), contributing directly to accurate and timely patient results. You will receive cross-training across multiple benches and shifts before moving into a regular scheduled night shift.

Responsibilities

  • Perform hematology testing, including CBCs, urinalysis, A1C, and related specimen processing while ensuring accurate analysis and reporting of results.
  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment; review and validate test results; and follow quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage workflow across multiple laboratory functions, maintain detailed documentation, collaborate with team members, and adhere to all safety and specimen-handling procedures.

Qualifications

  • Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) or a bachelors degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS)
  • MLS/MLT/generalist/core laboratory experience
  • Certification such as ASCP or equivalent
  • Experience in hematology, including experience with CBC and related testing.
  • Ability to work effectively during night shifts and manage an overnight workload

Work Environment

This position is based in a hematology department operating on night shifts, with 8.5-hour shifts scheduled Monday through Friday. Available schedules include approximately 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. for the CBC area and 2:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for urinalysis and A1C benches. The team uses modern hematology and core laboratory analyzers, as well as equipment for urinalysis, A1C, and molecular testing such as PCR. New hires receive cross-training on three primary night shiftsopener, mid, and closerbefore moving into their regular assigned shift. The environment is structured, quality-driven, and collaborative, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and timely reporting of patient results. Compensation reflects experience and includes an additional shift differential for night work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.86 - $37.76/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 Austin, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

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 without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall 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 applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAustin, TX
Job TypeContractor
Salary$31.86–$37.76 Per Hour

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
  • Candidate Screeningunmatched
  • Clinical Laboratoryunmatched
  • Design Servicesunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Geneticsunmatched
  • Hematologyunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Laboratoryunmatched
  • Laboratory Analysisunmatched
  • Laboratory Equipmentunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)unmatched
  • Procedure Implementationunmatched
  • Quality Controlunmatched
  • Sample/Specimen Processingunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched

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