Travel Contract

Medical Lab Technician
Brownsville, TX
Slate Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Evenings

$1,549/week

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Overview

Start Date12/07/2026
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftEvenings
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,549/week

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.

Required

Profile

Resume

Work Experience

Medical Laboratory Technician, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist (2 years)

Other qualifications

References

At least 2 references

Description

Description
As a Travel Medical Lab Technician, you will perform a variety of laboratory tests and analyses to help diagnose and treat patients. You will work evening shifts in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and timely results. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain diverse experiences while contributing to patient care.

Highlights

Evening shifts with 36 guaranteed hours
Opportunity to enhance your laboratory skills
Competitive compensation and travel benefits
Experience the local culture of Brownsville, TX
Collaborative and supportive team environment

Requirements

Background Check: Sexual Offender and Predator Search
Healthstream Course: Annual Compliance Curriculum for HCA
Education: USP 800 Hazardous Drug Risk
Health/Immunization: Hepatitis B
Education: HCA Employee Health and Safety Acknowledgement Forms
Healthstream Course: Orientation Curriculum for HCA
Lawson: Drug Screen Results
Background Check: Texas State Exclusion
Healthstream Course: Code of Conduct Orientation
Background Check: GSA/SAM
HR: Professional Reference #1
Background Check: Employment Verification
Health/Immunization: TB Testing
Background Check: Criminal Search
MinExperienceRequired: 1
Background Check: Social Security Number Verification
Job Description: Medical Technologist Job Description
Health/Immunization: Health Statement/Self Assessment
Healthstream Course: Workplace Safety Education Curriculum
Health/Immunization: MMR
Healthstream Course: HCA Employee Health and Safety Program Training
Lawson: Background Check Results
Health/Immunization: Varicella
Healthstream Course: Code of Conduct Refresher
Healthstream Course: Medical Technologist Skills Self-Assessment
Background Check: OFAC/SDN
Certifications Required: MLT Certification
Background Check: HHS/OIG
EMR System: N/A
Background Check: Education Verification

Slate Healthcare Job ID #cef50e37-f1a9-4883-8a7e-ba042094a178. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Slate Healthcare

4.3rating(21 reviews)

15 nurses recommend working with Slate Healthcare

Anonymous

DOU - Direct Observation Unit (RN)

5.0rating

Pros

I gave Akash a 5 star rating because he deserves it! He has been very helpful and supportive of me while I’m on my assignment. He has answered all of my questions and gave me information that was necessary for my assignment. I highly recommend him and Slate Healthcare.

Cons

None

Review of Akash Punnu on Aug 1, 2026

Recommends working with Slate Healthcare

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About

Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.

We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.

At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.

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About Brownsville, TX

As a travel nurse in Brownsville, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of around 90°F and lows of around 75°F.
Winter average highs of around 70°F and lows of around 50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with good road infrastructure.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of cultures due to its proximity to the Mexican border.
Wide age range with a significant elderly population.
Common health issues include diabetes and obesity.
Brownsville has a large population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to the border.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican cuisine.
Cultural attractions include museums showcasing military aircraft, indigenous dress, and costumes.
Outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, surfing, and birdwatching are popular at Boca Chica State Park and Sabal Palm Sanctuary.

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