Travel Medical Lab Technician
Santa Fe, NM
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Travel Clinical Laboratory Scientist opportunity in Santa Fe, NM — ASCP/CLS-certified lab tech needed for a 13-week hospital assignment supporting high-complexity testing.

Embark on a rewarding 13-week travel assignment as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Lab Tech / Medical Technologist) in Santa Fe, NM 87505. Join a busy hospital laboratory team and contribute to high-quality patient care while enjoying Santa Fe’s unique culture, arts, and mountain scenery. This travel lab tech role is ideal for experienced CLS/MT professionals seeking hospital laboratory jobs in New Mexico.

Job Details

• Location: Santa Fe, NM 87505 (Santa Fe, New Mexico)
• Setting: Hospital Laboratory – clinical laboratory, high-complexity testing (CLIA '88)
• Position Type: Travel Assignment / Travel Lab Tech
• Discipline: Clinical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist (CLS / MT)
• Start Date: March 23, 2026
• End Date: June 21, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday–Saturday (8-hour days)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Weekend Requirement: Saturdays
• Openings: 1 Clinical Laboratory Scientist / Lab Tech
• Hourly Pay Rate: $55/hour
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,240–$1,330 per week

Job Requirements (Clinical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist)

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or equivalent required
• Current certification as CLS (NCA), MT (ASCP), or equivalent (ASCP-certified preferred)
• Must meet CLIA '88 requirements for high-complexity testing
• Minimum 1 year of general laboratory experience preferred; previous hospital laboratory or acute care experience a plus
• Proficient in operation and troubleshooting of clinical laboratory instruments and laboratory information systems (LIS)
• Knowledge of quality control (QC), proficiency testing (PT), and regulatory compliance for clinical labs
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills for interacting with clinicians and lab staff
• Ability to stand, sit, or ambulate for the entire shift and safely move supplies/equipment up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable with routine exposure to bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials; adherence to lab safety protocols required

Key Responsibilities – Clinical Laboratory / Hospital Laboratory

• Analyze clinical specimens according to laboratory procedures, ensuring sample integrity and appropriateness for testing
• Perform routine and specialized test procedures across chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and blood bank as assigned
• Conduct quality control, instrument calibration, and troubleshooting to ensure accurate, timely results
• Review and verify unusual or critical results; escalate to supervising technologist or pathologist per policy
• Maintain documentation, adhere to CLIA and hospital policies, and participate in proficiency testing and QA activities
• Support clinicians by providing reliable laboratory data to assist in patient assessment and clinical decision-making
• Keep a safe, organized, and regulatory-compliant laboratory environment; follow infection control and safety protocols
• Adapt schedule or responsibilities as needed to meet laboratory staffing and skill set demands during the travel assignment

Why Santa Fe, NM? Santa Fe combines rich history, a vibrant arts scene, and breathtaking mountain views. Enjoy local culture, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community while advancing your clinical laboratory career in one of New Mexico’s most desirable locations.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist / Lab Tech in Santa Fe, NM. Submit your resume and current certifications (CLS/MT/ASCP) to be considered for this travel laboratory opportunity. Join our healthcare team today and take the next step in your clinical laboratory career.

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