Travel Medical Lab Technician
Ithaca, NY
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
5x8 hrs
$1,800/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Advance your laboratory career as a Hospital Lab Technician in Ithaca, NY! Ithaca is a vibrant college town nestled in the heart of the scenic Finger Lakes region, renowned for its natural beauty, lively arts scene, and welcoming community. Join a leading healthcare team in a hospital laboratory setting, offering variable shifts and guaranteed full-time hours. This is a top opportunity for clinical lab professionals seeking healthcare jobs in one of New York's most picturesque and dynamic locations.
Estimated Weekly Salary
- Weekly Salary Range: $1,690 - $1,820 per week (estimated, depending on experience and qualifications)
Lab Technician Job Details
- Location: Ithaca, NY 14850 (New York healthcare jobs)
- Setting: Hospital Laboratory
- Start Date: September 16, 2024
- End Date: March 17, 2025
- Duration: 26-week travel contract
- Shifts: Variable days/evenings (5 shifts per week, 8 hours each)
- Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
- Employment Type: Travel Clinical Lab Technician
Lab Technician Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Hospital Lab Technician or Medical Laboratory Technician
- Associate's degree or higher in Medical Laboratory Science or related field
- Registered as a Medical Technician (ASCP) or equivalent certification
- Meets New York State Department of Health requirements
- Current New York State Clinical Lab Technician license
- Background in clinical chemistry and hematology
- Experience with blood bank procedures and clinical support
Lab Technician Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory tests in chemistry, hematology, and blood bank units
- Analyze clinical samples and report accurate results promptly
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, ensuring quality control standards
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support patient care in a hospital setting
- Follow all safety, regulatory, and laboratory protocols
- Adapt to a flexible schedule, including both day and evening shifts
Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Hospital Lab Technician in Ithaca, NY, and take the next step in your clinical laboratory career!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHRFor over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.
We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.
We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
About Ithaca, NY
As a travel nurse in Ithaca, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Ithaca, NY is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- However, wages in the healthcare industry generally match up with the cost of living.
- Ithaca experiences a continental climate with average summer highs around 80°F and winter lows around 15°F.
- Snowfall is common in the winter months.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Ithaca, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the presence of Cornell University and Ithaca College in the area.
- Ithaca is somewhat car-friendly, but it also offers public transportation through TCAT buses.
- The city is known for being pedestrian and bike-friendly as well.
- Ithaca is a diverse community with a mix of college students, families, and professionals.
- The population includes a wide age range due to the presence of the universities.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the lush natural surroundings.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses in the area due to the healthcare facilities and educational institutions.
- Ithaca offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, and various outdoor activities such as hiking, waterfalls, and wineries.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college sports events and outdoor recreational opportunities.
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