Traveler Medical laboratory Scientist

Pride Health; Maine; On-site; USD 91,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Pride Health is seeking a Traveler Medical Lab Scientist to support a client facility in Pittsfield, ME. The role is a 3‑month contract with potential extension, offering a weekly pay range and travel stipends as applicable.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Medical Technology or related field, MT/MLT eligibility, and at least 1 year of high‑complexity testing experience. Responsibilities include specimen processing, result reporting, QC, and compliance with CLIA/HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have solid knowledge of basic lab testing and QA/QC processes.
• Ability to work across multiple computer systems and LIS.
• Eligible for MT/MLT certification per ASCP/AMT where applicable.
• Licensure required by state; travel lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling, testing, reporting and records.
• Maintain proficiency testing records and QA documentation.
• Analyze specimens using approved procedures per SOPs.
• Review and release test results to clients or physicians.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and safety guidelines.
• Document QC activities, calibrations and maintenance.

Skills

Lab testing knowledge

Computer skills

Adaptability to multiple computer/sis

QC/QA knowledge

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Associate degree in Laboratory Science/Medical Technology

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Pride Health is hiring a Traveler Medical Lab Scientist to support our client's healthcare facility in Pittsfield ME 04967

Location

Pittsfield ME 04967 or Dover Foxcroft ME 04426

Contract Length

3 months + Contract to Possible

Pay Range

$2000 to 2200/Week

Yes, stipend is Included.

*Pay offered is based on experience, expertise, credentialing, and education.

Job Description

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result;
• Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed;
• Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.
• If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
• Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
• Maintain general appearance of the department.
• Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates.
• Review/train on new procedures.
• Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.
• Participate in all applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety manual. Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.
• If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Required Knowledge

A solid understanding of basic laboratory testing is required for this position. The successful candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to working in multiple computer systems. Must have knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.

Education

BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published in March 14, 1990. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. A successful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT).

Work Experience

1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred. Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology. National and State licensure as required.

Special Requirements

• Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
• Must interact with other departments.
• Contact with clients may be required, good customer service skills are important.
• Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.

Additional Job Details

NLH Credentialing

• Pride-Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
• Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
• Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
• Accommodations
• We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
• Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
• Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.