Travel Medical Lab Technician - $2,140 per week

TalentBurst, Inc; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentBurst, Inc. seeks a travel Medical Laboratory Technician in Charleston, South Carolina for a 13-week assignment.

The role involves performing lab analyses and quality testing in a fast-paced hospital or reference lab, with day shifts and 40 hours per week. The technician will operate instruments, ensure specimen integrity, handle data in Cerner/STAR, and maintain patient confidentiality while collaborating with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Technical procedures: testing, QC, proficiency testing to ensure accurate results.
• Instrumentation: operate and maintain lab instruments, perform QC.
• Information handling: use Cerner/STAR, document actions and protect confidentiality.
• Communication/Customer Service: communicate with supervisor, physicians, nurses, patients.
• Compliance/Safety: follow policies, mandatory education, safety and billing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory analyses and quality testing under defined criteria.
• Maintains specimen integrity, prioritizes tasks, documents results.
• Operates instruments, performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Communicates results to pathologists, physicians and staff; supports patients.
• Adheres to safety and confidentiality policies and CAP-related requirements.

Job description

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel Medical Lab Technician for a travel job in Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Medical Lab Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Title: Medical Laboratory Technician

Location: 13 Weeks

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Day shifts 630a-3p

Day shifts is core lab 630a-3p

Duties

Job Summary: Performs laboratory analyses and quality testing independently, following well-defined criteria. Performs duties under minimal supervision.

Other: Must maintain strict confidentiality of work related information.

Contacts: Requires the ability to work well with patients, the public and all other health care professionals.

1. 1. Technical Procedures: Responsible for testing procedures, quality control, and proficiency testing to ensure that the test results meet the labs definition of quality – accurate, timely, appropriate, and useful. To this end verifies specimen integrity, sets priorities, evaluates and interprets data and take appropriate action per policy, performs appropriate documentation, assists in evaluation and implementation of new methods, assists with upkeep of policy/procedure manuals and CAP inspections. Is aware of resources and works efficiently to prevent waste.
2. 2. Instrumentation: Responsible for the proper operation of instruments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to enable test results to be timely and accurate. Operates lab instruments as assigned, performs instrument QC, documents results, and takes appropriate action. Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots instrument problems. Understands theory of instrument operations and mechanical functions. Seeks help when necessary.
3. 3. Information Handling: Responsible for proper use of Cerner/STAR according to policy/procedure in ordering/receiving/ canceling tests, reviewing/verification of results. Responsible for review of pending lists and follow-up of pending tests. Documents all actions appropriately in computer. Documents all PMs, and QC appropriately. Maintains patient confidentiality per established policies.
4. 4. Communication/Customer Service: Communicates information to supervisor/pathologist, coworkers or students, laboratory staff on other shifts, outside departments – accurately, timely, clearly, and professionally. Follows through on communications, responds as appropriate. Answers laboratory phones, directs parties or gives appropriate information. Communicates with physicians, nurses, and patients to assist them with their needs. Maintains good rapport with peers, management, physicians, and hospital staff.
5. 5. Compliance/Safety: Is aware of and follows laboratory and hospital policies/procedures. Informs Supervisor of issues or problems involving laboratory or hospital safety. Maintains a safe work environment. Is knowledgeable of and follows regulations pertaining to medical necessity and billing as applicable to the job. Completes all mandatory education and participates in available continuing education programs. Works to meet department Performance Improvement Goals.

Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required.

Skills:

Knowledge/Skills: Must be capable of operating laboratory instrumentation, performing patient phlebotomy, and making sound, well informed decisions under stressful conditions and time constraints. Must be able to use standard office equipment such as telephones, fax machines, computer terminals, etc. Requires the ability to communicate clearly.

Work Demands/Environment:

Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping. May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity and eye/hand coordination. Frequent reaching with hands/arms. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Requires visual acuity and normal color perception needed for interpretation of lab orders and proper collection technique. Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, toxic substances, biohazardous materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a laboratory environment. Normal laboratory environment. Ability to read and comprehend. Fast paced, high traffic work environment which may be interruptive and stressful. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.

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About TalentBurst, Inc

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.

Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.