Med Lab Tech: Med Lab Tech

Atlas Medstaff; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas MedStaff LLC. seeks a Microbiology Medical Laboratory Scientist for a 13-week travel assignment in Minneapolis, MN. 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.

You will perform bacteriology testing, read plates from wound, blood, urine, respiratory, and body fluids, and use Bruker MALDI-TOF, Vitek 2, MicroScan, and EPIC Beaker LIS. ASCP MLS, M, or SM certification is required; weekend/holiday coverage is expected.

Qualifications

• MLS, M, or SM ASCP certification required.
• Experience with bacteriology testing and culture reading.
• Ability to cover weekends/holidays.
• Travel assignment of 13 weeks with consistent day shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform bacteriology testing and read plates from clinical cultures.
• Interpret Gram stains and manage MALDI-TOF workflows.
• Operate EPIC Beaker LIS and affiliated systems.
• Provide coverage during weekends and holidays.

Skills

Bacteriology testing

Plate reading

MLS/ASCP certification

Wound/Blood/Urine cultures

Tools

Bruker MALDI-TOF

EPIC Beaker LIS

Vitek 2

MicroScan

Job description

Job Description:

This 13-week travel contract is for a Microbiology Medical Laboratory Scientist working a consistent day shift in Minneapolis. You will perform bacteriology testing and read plates from wound, blood, urine, respiratory, anaerobic, and body fluid cultures. The assignment includes Gram stain interpretation, MALDI-TOF, Vitek 2, MicroScan, and EPIC Beaker LIS workflows. An MLS, M, or SM ASCP certification is required, with experience using Bruker MALDI-TOF and EPIC Beaker preferred. Weekend and holiday coverage are required.

Weather:

Weather around this time of year is generally cool, with crisp air and changing conditions. Comfortable layers, a warm jacket, and weather-ready footwear can help you enjoy time outdoors and around the city.

Fun Things To Do:

• City exploration: Discover local neighborhoods, shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions in Minneapolis.
• Outdoor recreation: Enjoy walking, biking, or relaxing in the city's parks and green spaces.
• Day trip: Visit nearby communities for local dining, shopping, and seasonal activities.
• Day trip: Explore regional parks, trails, and scenic areas surrounding Minneapolis.
• Arts and entertainment: Spend an evening enjoying live performances, museums, galleries, or local events.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Shift: 8-hour days, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 40 hours per week