Travel Medical Lab Scientist

Company: LifePoint
Location: Elko
Posted on: March 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description LifePoint is seeking a travel Medical Lab Scientist for a travel job in Elko, Nevada. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Medical Lab Scientist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 10 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Travel Tech: Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Facility: Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital (NNRH)/nLocation: Elko, NV/nShift: 10:00 PM – 8:30 AM/nAssignment Type: Travel/nDiscipline: Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/nTravel Requirement: Must live 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for travel stipends Assignment Details - Duration: 13 weeks (or per facility need) - Schedule: Full time, night shift - Start Date: Determined by facility Role Overview The Medical Laboratory Technician performs routine and complex diagnostic testing to support patient care during overnight operations. This role requires strong technical skills, accuracy, and the ability to work independently in a hospital laboratory environment. Key Responsibilities - Perform laboratory testing across chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, microbiology, and blood bank - Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and analyzers - Process and analyze patient specimens following established protocols - Ensure accuracy of test results through quality control and quality assurance procedures - Document results and maintain records in compliance with regulatory and facility standards - Communicate critical values to clinical staff and support patient care decisions - Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant laboratory environment Qualifications - Active MLT certification (ASCP or equivalent) - Completion of an accredited MLT program - Minimum of one year of recent hospital laboratory experience preferred - Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, instrumentation, and safety standards - Current BLS certification

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