Medical Laboratory Scientist
Tyler, TX
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Cath Lab Tech (Travel Contract) in Tyler, TX — ASCP/MLS/MLT or equivalent certification required. Join a busy laboratory team focusing on transfusion services and blood banking for a 13-week travel laboratory job in Tyler, Texas. This role is ideal for experienced medical laboratory professionals seeking travel laboratory jobs, cath lab technician opportunities, and transfusion service positions in East Texas.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,120 – $1,200
• Location: Tyler, Texas 75701 (Smith County, East Texas)
• Employment Type: Travel Contract / Travel Laboratory Job
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 19, 2026)
• Shift: Saturday – Monday, 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM (12-hour days)
• Hours per Week: 36
• On-Site Position: Cath lab & clinical laboratory (transfusion services / blood bank)

Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR equivalent laboratory training and experience per CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489)
• Certification as MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS (must be maintained and kept current)
• New graduates who are board certified or board eligible (must complete board certification within 1 year of hire)
• Strong transfusion service (blood banking) skills required — experience with crossmatching, antibody workups, and blood component management preferred
• At least 1 year of approved clinical laboratory experience preferred (experience in cath lab-related laboratory work or hospital blood bank is a plus)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory procedures, including specimen processing, testing, calculation, and accurate reporting of results
• Provide transfusion services and blood bank support for inpatient and procedural areas (blood product preparation, compatibility testing, and documentation)
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and cath lab-related lab equipment
• Follow laboratory quality control protocols and ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, and hospital regulatory standards
• Utilize the Laboratory Information System (LIS) for accurate data entry, verification, and reporting of critical values
• Notify clinical teams of critical laboratory values and provide thorough documentation
• Cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed to support cath lab and clinical operations
• Participate in the development and implementation of new testing procedures and quality improvement initiatives
• Complete required compliance, competency, and regulatory tasks on schedule
• Perform other duties as assigned to support patient care and laboratory efficiency

Why Tyler, TX? Enjoy life in East Texas — Tyler offers a welcoming community, parks, and a growing healthcare environment. This travel laboratory job places you in a modern facility where you can expand transfusion services and blood banking experience while supporting cardiac catheterization lab operations.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Cath Lab Tech (travel contract) in Tyler, Texas. Submit your resume and current certifications to be considered for this travel laboratory opportunity.

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