Travel Laboratory Assistant - Fort Bragg, CA - 13-Week Travel Contract

Talented-Medical-Solutions; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 1,300 - 1,800; Full time

Job summary

Talented-Medical-Solutions is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist for a 13-week travel assignment on California’s Central Coast. The role requires Epic experience, a current BLS certification, and acute care phlebotomy exposure. Duties include venipuncture, specimen handling, and data entry within a busy hospital lab.

Enjoy coastal living while contributing to patient care and lab operations. This assignment offers a supportive team environment and a chance to work with Epic-integrated

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Epic experience is required for this assignment.
• Acute care phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection using age-appropriate techniques.
• Process, label, accession, and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Enter patient registrations and laboratory orders accurately.
• Package and transport specimens while maintaining specimen integrity.
• Monitor laboratory workflow and prioritize urgent specimens.
• Answer laboratory calls and communicate results when appropriate.
• Maintain inventory, documentation, and quality standards.
• Support a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment.

Skills

Epic experience

BLS Certification

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Looking for a travel lab assignment where your skills truly make a difference?

If you're an experienced Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist with current Epic experience, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected acute care hospital on California's beautiful Central Coast.

Work alongside an experienced laboratory team while enjoying coastal living and a supportive environment.

Position: Laboratory Assistant (SEIU)

Contract: 13 Weeks

Schedule:

Shift times include:

6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

9:00 AM – 7:30 PM

1:30 PM – 12:00 AM

9:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Call Required: No

EMR: Epic (Current Epic experience required)

What You'll Need

High School Diploma or GED

Current BLS Certification

Current Epic experience (Required)

Acute care phlebotomy experience preferred

What You'll Do

Perform venipuncture and specimen collection using age-appropriate techniques

Process, label, accession, and prepare laboratory specimens

Enter patient registrations and laboratory orders accurately

Package and transport specimens while maintaining specimen integrity

Monitor laboratory workflow and prioritize urgent specimens

Answer laboratory calls and communicate results when appropriate

Maintain inventory, documentation, and quality standards

Support a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment

Why You'll Love This Assignment

Beautiful Central Coast California location

No call requirement

Opportunity to work with an experienced laboratory team

Great assignment for professionals with hospital lab and Epic experience