Local Contract Medical Lab Scientist - $58 per hour
LOS ANGELES, CAPosted 18 days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company, as Trusted Resource Associates (TRA) is described as Tenet's in-house contingent pool facilitating contracts rather than the direct employer.
Job overview
The Local Contract Medical Lab Scientist performs laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, tissues, and cells to support patient diagnosis and treatment during a 13-week local contract in Commerce Charter Township, Michigan.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves analyzing specimens using high-precision equipment, relaying test results to physicians, cross-matching blood for transfusions, and ensuring accuracy and safety in laboratory procedures during 8-hour night shifts.
Compensation and benefits
The position pays $58 per hour with benefits including weekly pay, holiday pay, 401k retirement plan, referral bonuses, guaranteed hours for travel contracts, and contract security compared to outside agencies.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have at least 2 years of clinical laboratory experience, hold certification from a recognized agency (MLT (ASCP), NCA, AMT or equivalent), and CPR-Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association; a bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred.
Work environment and culture
The job is offered through TRA, which provides contract security and preferred booking agreements, emphasizing a supportive environment for contract healthcare professionals.
Company information
Trusted Resource Associates (TRA) is Tenet's in-house nationwide contingent pool for nursing and allied health travel and local contracts, providing staffing solutions with greater contract security.
Job location and travel
The contract position is located in Commerce Charter Township, Michigan, with 40 hours per week on night shifts.
Application process
Applicants must qualify to meet or exceed minimum requirements, update their Vivian profile with the latest resume, and may be direct-hired to expedite placement by contacting a TRA recruiter.
Unique job features
The job offers contract security compared to outside agencies and preferred booking agreements for local contracts, distinguishing it from typical contract roles.
Company overview
Resource Associates is a consulting firm that specializes in providing strategic planning, leadership development, and performance improvement services to businesses, non-profits, and educational institutions. The company generates revenue by offering customized consulting solutions, training programs, and coaching services designed to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive growth. Founded in 1978, Resource Associates has a long history of helping clients achieve their goals through innovative strategies and a focus on measurable results. Their approach combines expert guidance with practical tools to facilitate sustainable change and success.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your Medical Lab Scientist certification (MLT (ASCP), NCA, AMT or equivalent) and emphasize your minimum two years of clinical laboratory experience, especially in blood and body fluid analysis and transfusion safety.
Showcase your proficiency with high-precision laboratory equipment such as microscopes and cell counters, and your ability to accurately relay test results to physicians, as these are central to the role.
Apply through multiple channels including the Trusted Resource Associates corporate site and LinkedIn to ensure maximum exposure to this local contract opportunity.
Connect with current Medical Lab Scientists or allied health professionals at Resource Associates on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing their experience with clinical diagnostics or asking about the local contract hiring process in Commerce Charter Township.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'Medical Lab Scientist,' 'Clinical Laboratory,' 'Blood Analysis,' 'Transfusion Safety,' and 'ASCP Certification' to improve screening success.
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