Traveler - Medical Laboratory Scientist

Talentburst,-Inc; Pittsfield (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Traveler - Medical Laboratory Scientist position in Pittsfield, ME for an onsite 13-week contract. Shifts are 1830-0700, 3 days a week, 36 hours weekly. Responsibilities include specimen handling, QC/QA, result reporting, and adherence to CLIA/HIPAA/OSHA guidelines.

Requires BS in Medical Technology or related field, national MT/MLT certification, and clinical experience. Travel assignment with stipends provided by Allied Health Professional.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or qualified under 42 CFR 493.1433.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide credential evaluation.
• United States educated candidates must provide transcript and acceptable MT/MLT certification.

Responsibilities

• Follow lab procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records.
• Maintain records showing proficiency testing samples are tested like patient specimens.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures per SOPs.
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and safety guidelines.
• Adhere to quality control policies and calibrations, document maintenance.
• Follow procedures when test systems deviate from performance specifications.
• Identify problems affecting test performance and notify supervisor.
• Document corrective actions for deviations.
• Report STATS or Critical results to clients per department procedure.
• Answer questions from customers/lab personnel if applicable.
• Maintain complete records of all testing on-site.
• Maintain department appearance and reagent/test kit dates.
• Review/train on new procedures and attend trainings.
• Participate in safety trainings and be aware of safety equipment.
• Participate in inspections if needed.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

QC knowledge

QA knowledge

Computer skills

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Associates degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Tools

Certification MT/MLT ASCP or AMT

Job description

Traveler - Medical Laboratory Scientist #26-36281

$22 - $23/hour Pittsfield, ME

Allied Health Professional $1,372 weekly stipends Onsite Contract Starts 10/26/2026 13 weeks

12 hours/day 3 days/week

Title:

Traveler - Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location:

Pittsfield, ME

Duration:

13+ months

Shift/Time Zone:

1830-0700, variable days

Schedule:

3*12

Hours:

36 hours per week

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result;
• 2. Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;
• 3. Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
• 4. Review and release test results.
• 5. Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
• 6. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed;
• 7. Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• 8. 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.
• 9. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• 10. Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.
• 11. If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
• 12. Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
• 13. Maintain general appearance of the department.
• 14. Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates.
• 15. Review/train on new procedures.
• 16. Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.
• 17. 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.
• 18. If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• 19. 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:

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

Additional Job Details:

NLH Credentialing:

Background:

Drug Screen, NON-DOT Collection Only

Vaccination Review - Clear for MMR, Varicella, Hep B, TDAP, and Flu (during flu season) - declinations not accepted

Follow-up to provide any necessary vaccines/titers within this listing.

Color Vision

Meningococcal Vaccine (Micro Only)

TB QuantiFERON (Within 30-days)

Review of OSHA Respirator Questionnaire

Respirator Fit Test - Qualitative

1. Respirator Fit Testing – up to 2 masks (NLH staff are fitted for both an 1860 and 1870 mask)

2. Respirator Fit Testing Supplies (charge applied if Work Health is supplying the masks)

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