Location: Columbus, OH

Start Date: 05-18-2026

End Date: 08-17-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Thursday, 8:30 PM - 7:00 AM NOC (4x10-hour night shifts)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $50 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

• Process patient specimens using automated and manual methods with care and precision
• Verify, document and report test requests and results promptly using EPIC
• Perform and record quality control, quality assurance and preventative maintenance on lab instruments
• Monitor instrumentation for accuracy and troubleshoot sample issues to protect patient safety
• Communicate critical results to care teams and document follow-up actions
• Support training for new staff and medical technology students — share your expertise and help others grow
• Maintain a clean, stocked and compliant lab environment by following policies and safety procedures
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and regulatory readiness efforts

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology required (Bachelor’s in medical technology or biological science is also listed for certain hire paths)
• ASCP-MLT or ASCP-MLS certification preferred; AMT certification accepted
• Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory experience required
• Recent EPIC/EMR experience and proficiency required
• Experience with specimen processing, accessioning, transfusion services, and automated instrumentation
• Familiarity with lab QA/QC, preventive maintenance and documentation practices
• Travel experience preferred (first-time travelers considered only with prior lab experience and good standing at previous employer)
• Flu vaccination required per facility guidelines (medical exemptions allowed); COVID-19 vaccine not required

Education

• Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (minimum requirement stated)
• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or biological science noted for certain hire pathways (must obtain MT certification within one year if applicable)

Knowledge & Skills

• Specimen processing and proper specimen receipt/transport procedures
• Accessioning, pipetting, and accurate reporting of test results
• Urinalysis (manual macroscopic UA and microscopic UA) and analyzer use
• Hematology, coagulation testing, manual differentials and platelet counts
• Chemistry and immunoassay techniques including therapeutic drug monitoring and tumor marker testing
• Transfusion services and central processing protocols
• Familiarity with instruments such as Beckman analyzers, CellaVision and WAM systems
• Strong understanding of QC/QA, hazardous materials handling, proper labeling and transmission-based precautions

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• Paid time off so you can actually use your days off (yes, really)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to teach and mentor
• Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
• Paid training and ongoing competency programs to keep skills sharp
• A workplace that values work-life balance and practical scheduling (4x10s!)

Travel Perks: Explore Columbus, OH

Explore Columbus: wander the Short North Arts District for galleries and great eats, catch a Buckeyes game or stroll Ohio State’s campus, visit COSI (Center of Science & Industry) or the Franklin Park Conservatory, relax along the Scioto Mile riverfront, or take a scenic weekend trip to Hocking Hills for hiking and waterfalls — plenty to do on your days off!

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