Location: Pella, IA

Start Date: 01-02-2026

End Date: 04-03-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating schedule with primary day shift 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Day); schedule includes shift rotation and on-call coverage, may include weekends

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $43 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 and verify accurate laboratory testing across patient populations from neonates to geriatrics
• Handle and process specimens with care and according to protocol
• Participate in quality control and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities to keep standards high
• Respond to on-call duties and return to the facility within required timeframes
• Document results, maintain clear records, and communicate findings professionally
• Assist with training new hires and support team workflow when needed
• Use basic computer and clerical skills to manage lab data and communications

Qualifications

• Current Medical Technologist registration or ASCP-eligible (ASCP or equivalent required)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCode BLS required; new employees must certify within three months of hire
• Ability to work with neonates, infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients
• Willingness to meet on-call requirements and respond within facility timeframes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate with tact
• Prior laboratory experience preferred; new hires may be trained into the role

Education

• MT certification or eligible (ASCP or equivalent)
• BLS (AHA) HeartCode required (or ability to certify within 3 months)

Knowledge & Skills

• Laboratory testing and specimen handling best practices
• Quality control and performance improvement processes
• Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) participation
• Basic computer literacy and clerical task competence
• Professional communication and teamwork
• Ability to follow protocols and maintain accurate documentation

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to help make Pella feel like home during your contract
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy on and off the clock
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so paperwork won’t slow you down
• Travel reimbursement to cover your commute to this travel assignment
• Paid time off to recharge between shifts
• Supportive team environment where your skills and ideas are valued
• Opportunities for professional growth and hands-on CQI experience
• One-on-one orientation and training for new hires so you can hit the ground running

Travel Perks: Explore Pella, IA

Pella is a charming small town with a strong Dutch heritage — explore the iconic Vermeer windmill and stroll through the historic downtown full of boutique shops and local bakeries. If you’re here in spring, Tulip Time is a must-see festival. Enjoy nearby outdoor activities like biking and walking trails, and take short weekend trips to Des Moines (about a 40–50 minute drive) for museums, dining, and entertainment. Lake Red Rock and local parks provide options for fishing, boating, and nature time when you want to unplug.

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