Clinical Laboratory Technician
The Clinical Laboratory Technician performs complex analyses on blood, tissue, and body fluids using both manual and automated techniques to support diagnosis and treatment in a specialized Cell Kinetics Laboratory. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining laboratory instruments such as flow cytometers, evaluating test accuracy, preparing samples, and adhering to strict safety protocols. This entry-level, contract-to-hire role offers extensive training and career development opportunities in a highly regarded clinical environment.
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Role Overview
The Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Clinical Laboratory Technician for the Cell Kinetics laboratory. This hands-on role supports diagnostic testing by performing analyses on blood, tissue, bone marrow, and other clinical specimens using both manual techniques and automated instrumentation. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, safety-focused, and ready to learn laboratory workflows including white blood cell isolation, antibody staining, and flow cytometry.
Responsibilities
- Perform analyses on blood, tissue, bone marrow, and other body fluids to support diagnosis, prognosis, and patient care
- Conduct testing using manual methods and automated lab instrumentation
- Operate, maintain, and perform basic troubleshooting on instruments such as flow cytometers
- Evaluate test results for accuracy and assist with result interpretation when needed
- Use multiple computer systems to retrieve specimen and patient information and report results accurately
- Follow an assembly-line workflow: pipetting, aliquoting, centrifuging, and reagent handling to isolate white blood cells
- Stain isolated white blood cells with antibodies and prepare samples for flow cytometry
- Run stained samples on flow cytometers and ensure instrument performance and data quality
- Adhere strictly to laboratory safety protocols when handling infectious specimens and hazardous chemicals
- Assist with specimen collection per established procedures when required
- Provide operational support to optimize testing throughput and efficiency
- Participate in cross-bench training; initial assignment in Cell Kinetics with potential expansion to additional lab benches once permanent
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a human biological science such as Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or Neuroscience
- Undergraduate research experience is preferred but not required
- Strong attention to detail, manual lab skills, and willingness to follow strict biosafety procedures
- Ability to work reliably in a team and follow standard operating procedures
Work Environment & Schedule
- Fully onsite role based in a specialized clinical laboratory focused on Cell Kinetics, including testing related to leukemia and lymphoma
- Work involves routine handling of blood, bone marrow, and tissue specimens in a multi-bench, assembly-line format
- Typical duties include repetitive pipetting, centrifugation, staining, and operation of analytical instruments
- Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday with start times that vary between approximately 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. depending on assigned bench
- Strict adherence to safety and PPE protocols is required
Pay & Benefits
- Pay range: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour
- Individual pay offered within this range will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors
- If eligible, benefits for this contract-to-hire role may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth options
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employee and dependents
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits (contract employees may receive bus pass support)
- Employee assistance program and time off/leave options
Employment Type & Location
- Contract to Hire
- Fully onsite in Rochester, IL
- Anticipated application close date: Nov 9, 2026
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