Medical Laboratory Scientist
Laurel, MD
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Laboratory Specialist (MLS) - Travel/Contract

Location: Laurel, Maryland
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 13 weeks)
Start Date: January 5, 2026
Shift/Hours:

• 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts
• Alternating day/evening shifts (07:30-16:00 / 15:30-00:00)
• Flexibility required for shift changes if needed
• Monday through Friday, no weekends required
• Holidays required as scheduled
• No on-call required
• Floating within the department may be required

Specialty & Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
• Minimum 2 years of MLS experience required
• First-time travelers with strong experience are accepted
• Prior travel experience is not required

Licenses & Certifications

• ASCP certification required (ASCP-MLS and BLS preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
• Other certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, STABLE, NIH Stroke, CPI) may be required depending on unit/job description

Compliance & Background Checks

• I9 or Attestation required
• Government-issued photo ID required
• E-Verify or Attestation required
• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Education verification for highest level of education
• Maryland State Exclusions List check within 30 days of start
• Felonies within past 5 years are automatic decline; older felonies require review

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including Latex Screen
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (specific mask types accepted)
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start (instant tests not accepted)
• Immunizations/vaccinations required with proof or medical/religious exemptions as applicable:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for units working with children)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (positive titer or 2 vaccines/boosters)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or declination; series not accepted)
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or approved exemption required for 2025-26 season
• COVID vaccine no longer required for this location but documentation collected for tracking

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
• Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Age Specific Competency Exam (required for all, including CNAs)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for most units except certain specialties)

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Passport/badge style photo with solid white/beige background
• Job description acknowledgment prior to start
• Security ID application within 72 hours of signing contract
• Confidentiality agreement signed prior to start
• Dress code review prior to start
• Latex Allergy Questionnaire completion required
• Epic Portfolio Training Test Out Form (if applicable)

Employment History & References

• Two supervisory references required within 1 year of start
• Agency application/resume completed within 30 days of start
• Verification of previous 5 years of employment history required (attestation accepted if necessary)

Additional Notes

• Floating within the department may be required
• Holidays are required as they fall and are scheduled
• No weekend or on-call duties required

This position is ideal for MLS professionals with at least 2 years of experience seeking a travel contract with a reputable healthcare system in Maryland. First-time travelers with strong experience are welcome to apply.