Location: Plains, MT

Start Date: 03-04-2026

End Date: 06-03-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 7 on / 7 off rotation (specific start/end times not provided)

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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 medically prescribed laboratory tests with precision and care
• Process and prepare specimens ensuring accuracy and proper labeling
• Run and maintain lab instruments and troubleshoot as needed
• Perform quality control and document results to meet regulatory standards
• Communicate critical results to the clinical team in a timely manner
• Maintain a safe, compliant lab environment and follow infection-control protocols
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and share ideas to enhance workflow

Qualifications

• Active MLT or MLS certification (ASCP or equivalent preferred) or working toward certification
• State licensure in Montana if required by regulation; willing to assist with licensure process
• Previous clinical laboratory experience preferred; new grads with strong clinical training encouraged to apply
• Comfortable working night shifts and a 7 on/7 off rotation
• Strong attention to detail, good documentation habits, and excellent communication skills

Education

• Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field required; Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid knowledge of routine clinical laboratory testing and specimen handling
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Understanding of quality control, QA processes, and regulatory compliance
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and electronic documentation
• Strong infection control practices and attention to patient/sample safety
• Team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate with nurses, physicians, and lab staff

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your travel assignment feel like home away from home
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you can focus on patients, not paperwork
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life Insurance to protect the ones you care about
• Paid Time Off to recharge during your off-week
• Travel reimbursement to cover your journey to Plains
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help you keep credentials current
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, earn rewards
• A supportive team that values YOU and your work-life balance

Travel Perks: Explore Plains, MT

Plains sits in scenic western Montana, offering easy access to the Clark Fork River for fishing and riverside walks, plenty of nearby hiking and wildlife viewing in surrounding national forests and wilderness areas, and quiet small-town charm perfect for weekend exploration. When you want a change of pace, take a short drive to larger Montana hubs for local dining, museums, and cultural events. Outdoor lovers will appreciate nearby trails, camping spots, and the peaceful Montana wide-open skies.

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