Location: Holyoke, CO

Start Date: 03-31-2026

End Date: 06-30-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift (weekday schedule; exact start/end times not specified). Includes 1 on-call day per week and 1 weekend per month as needed. Day shift coverage; occasional on-call and weekend coverage required.

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $39 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy with care and professionalism to ensure patient comfort and accurate specimens
• Operate and maintain chemistry and hematology analyzers, ensuring reliable test results
• Conduct urinalysis, blood bank, serology, and microbiology testing as a lab generalist
• Follow quality control and QA procedures to maintain laboratory accuracy and compliance
• Document results, maintain specimen integrity, and communicate critical findings to clinical teams
• Participate in on-call coverage and occasional weekend shifts to support continuous patient care
• Troubleshoot instrumentation issues and coordinate with clinical engineering or vendor support as needed
• Support a positive lab culture by mentoring colleagues and sharing best practices

Qualifications

• Certification or credential as an MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) or equivalent preferred
• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program (Associate degree or equivalent)
• Competence in phlebotomy and generalist testing areas (chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, blood bank, serology, microbiology)
• Familiarity with quality control, laboratory safety practices, and documentation standards
• State licensure if required by Colorado regulations (obtain/maintain as applicable)
• Professional communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a clinical team

Education

• Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) or related field from an accredited program
• Completion of certification program or equivalent clinical training

Knowledge & Skills

• Phlebotomy best practices and patient specimen handling
• Clinical chemistry and hematology testing workflows
• Urinalysis techniques and automation
• Blood bank procedures and serology testing fundamentals
• Microbiology specimen processing and basic culture techniques
• Quality control, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Laboratory information systems (LIS) familiarity and accurate data entry
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety/QA protocols

Benefits

• Supportive team environment that values your skills and growth
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required certifications
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options (where applicable)
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
• Travel reimbursement and housing assistance for contract assignments
• Referral bonus program to reward bringing great people on board
• A role where your attention to detail directly impacts patient care

Travel Perks: Explore Holyoke, CO

This is a travel/contract role in northeastern Colorado — think wide open skies and small-town charm. Explore the Pawnee National Grassland for wildlife watching and wide prairie vistas, enjoy fishing and boating at nearby North Sterling State Park, and wander historic downtown Holyoke for local shops and community events. Weekend drives to Sterling and neighboring towns offer additional dining and entertainment options, and the region’s festivals and outdoor spaces make for relaxed, scenic off-duty time.

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