Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

Pride Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Dental & vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to support a medical facility in Grand Rapids, MI. This traveler position is 04+ months with possible extension, offering a 40-hour workweek, day and night Eastern shifts, and pay between $25 and $32.88 per hour.

The MLS will perform specimen handling, testing, QA/QC, and ensure timely reporting of results. Required BS/AS in related field with ASCP/AMT eligibility preferred and 1 year of high-complexity experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology or an AS in Laboratory Science/Medical Technology.
• Certification with ASCP or AMT preferred or eligible.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical lab experience in high-complexity testing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of QC/QA procedures and lab operations.
• Experience with multiple computer systems and lab software.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen handling, processing, and testing procedures accurately.
• Analyze specimens using approved laboratory testing methods/SOPs.
• Review, verify, and release patient test results.
• Maintain testing records, QC documentation, calibrations, and maintenance logs.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and lab safety standards.
• Perform quality control and ensure QA compliance.
• Identify testing issues and troubleshoot or elevate concerns as needed.
• Report STAT and critical results per department procedures.
• Maintain complete and accurate laboratory records.
• Ensure reagents/test kits are labeled and within expiration dates.
• Participate in training, departmental meetings, and safety programs.
• Support regulatory inspections and additional departmental duties.

Skills

QC/QA procedures

Multitasking

Communication skills

Laboratory software

Education

BS in Medical Technology or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology or AS in Laboratory Science/Medical Technology

Tools

Laboratory software

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to support a medical facility in Grand Rapids, MI. This traveler position is 04+ months with possible extension, offering a 40-hour workweek, day and night Eastern shifts, and pay between $25 and $32.88 per hour.

The MLS will perform specimen handling, testing, QA/QC, and ensure timely reporting of results. Required BS/AS in related field with ASCP/AMT eligibility preferred and 1 year of high-complexity experience.