Medical Lab Tech

Clinical Lab Scientist — Travel Contract

Fortuna, CA | Day Shift | 13-Week Contract

This acute-care laboratory is seeking an experienced Medical Lab Scientist (MLS/CLS) for a generalist role supporting a full-service lab and emergency department. The position requires the ability to work independently, as only one CLS is on duty per shift.

Shift & Schedule

• Day shift, 10 hours per shift, 80 hours per pay period
• Start time: 12:00 PM
• Weekend coverage required
• Must commit to working 3 of the following 5 holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day

Required Credentials

• Active California CLS license (compact license must be in hand at submission)
• ASCP, ASCP MT, ASCP-MLS, or equivalent certification
• Minimum 1 year of experience (2 years preferred)
• Medical Lab Scientists only — MLTs will not be accepted

Clinical Scope

• Full generalist duties across hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, and molecular testing
• Blood Bank: Type & Screen, AHG/PEG crossmatch, Electronic/IS/Full crossmatch, DAT, and Antibody ID management; complex antibody and antigen testing referred to reference lab
• Limited microbiology, including gram staining
• PCR/molecular testing (influenza, Group B strep, MRSA, Staph aureus, COVID)
• Rapid testing, manual differentials, body fluids, and therapeutic drug monitoring

Additional Details

• Float to nearby sister facilities may be required; refusal may result in assignment termination
• Two professional references required, covering at least 1 year within the past 3 years
• Community hospital experience preferred
• All RTO must be submitted at time of application