Medical Laboratory Technologist - Cincinnati OH

About the role

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician II to support laboratory operations for a clinical trials organization. This role performs chemistry and hematology testing, processes clinical specimens, maintains accurate laboratory documentation, and ensures testing is completed in accordance with established procedures and applicable quality and regulatory requirements.

Job Type: Temporary, with potential for conversion. Duration: Approximately 6–9 months.

Schedule

Onsite, with two schedule options:

• Option 1: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts, with the shift ending by 6:00 PM (5 days per week).
• Option 2: Monday–Thursday, 10-hour shifts, with the shift ending by 6:00 PM (4 days per week).

Saturday rotation: Every fifth Saturday is required. Start times will be determined based on the selected schedule and required working hours.

Pay

$30–$34 per hour (up to $42/hr depending on experience).

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate- to high-complexity laboratory testing in chemistry and hematology.
• Receive, process, prepare, and analyze clinical trial specimens in accordance with established protocols.
• Review and report test results, escalating unexpected findings or testing discrepancies as appropriate.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Perform and document quality control activities and routine equipment checks.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, test results, and supporting documentation.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), laboratory safety requirements, and applicable CAP/CLIA standards.
• Support audits, investigations, and other quality-related activities as needed.
• Identify and communicate testing issues or workflow concerns to the appropriate team members.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related chemical or biological science field.
• ASCP-recognized certification appropriate to the role.
• Approximately 2–3 years of relevant clinical laboratory experience.
• Hands-on experience performing chemistry and hematology testing.
• Familiarity with laboratory quality control, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and/or Remisol is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow established procedures in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Ability to work onsite and meet the required weekday schedule and every-fifth-Saturday rotation.

Benefits

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. Employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.