Location: Oelwein, IA

Start Date: 12-29-2025

End Date: 03-29-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM NOC

Hours per Week: 43

Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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 clinical laboratory testing accurately and timely on third shift to support patient care
• Operate and maintain analyzers and lab equipment, following manufacturer and facility protocols
• Run and document quality control, proficiency testing, and laboratory competency checks
• Process and verify specimens, ensuring correct labeling and chain of custody
• Troubleshoot technical issues and escalate when necessary to minimize downtime
• Maintain accurate records and compliance with regulatory and facility standards
• Collaborate with night-shift team members and communicate critical results to providers

Qualifications

• ASCP or AMT certification (ASCP or AMT required as noted)
• Current BLS certification
• License/certificate verification as required by state/facility
• Comfortable and experienced working third shift (11:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Completion of Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist
• Ability to pass fit test, Trinity 10-panel drug screen, and required immunizations/vaccine checks

Education

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology is a plus

Knowledge & Skills

• Laboratory competency testing and strong attention to quality control
• Familiarity with Trinity Skills Checklist and specialty competency procedures
• Specimen processing, accurate documentation, and sample handling
• Troubleshooting analyzers and routine maintenance
• Clear communication with clinical staff and handoffs during shift changes
• Dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work independently overnight

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your nights away from home comfortable
• Travel reimbursement so your commute is one less thing to worry about
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and seeing clearly
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Paid time off to recharge between shifts
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and both benefit
• A supportive team that values your expertise and late-night energy
• Access to continuing education and Trinity competency resources to keep skills sharp

Travel Perks: Explore Oelwein, IA

Make the most of your contract in small-town Iowa. Oelwein offers a friendly downtown with local cafes and shops, seasonal community festivals, and peaceful country roads perfect for scenic drives. On weekends you can take a short drive to larger nearby hubs like Waterloo/Cedar Falls for museums, restaurants, and shopping, or explore regional parks and trails for hiking and river views. It’s a great spot to enjoy relaxed evenings, meet welcoming locals, and experience classic Midwestern charm between shifts.

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