Medical Laboratory Technician
State College, PA
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,000/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Medical Laboratory Tech (Generalist)
Location: State College, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Schedule: Primarily day shift with weekend rotation; 5 x 8-hour shifts per week
Hours per Week: 40
Overview
Performs laboratory analyses on blood and other body fluids to support diagnosis and treatment, with responsibility for accurate and timely work across all clinical departments of the laboratory.
Required Qualifications
- Medical Lab Technician (1 year of experience)
- Medical Lab Technician experience within the last year
- MT(ASCP) or MT(AMT) or MT(NCCLS)
- MLS(ASCP) or MLS(AMT) or MLS(NCCLS)
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Medical Technologist experience
Preferred Experience
- Blood bank experience
- Microbiology experience
Key Responsibilities
- Perform assigned laboratory duties accurately and according to established procedures
- Prepare, process, and analyze specimens using manual or automated methods
- Verify results for accuracy, completeness, and quality control before release
- Troubleshoot instrumental and procedural issues as needed
- Maintain equipment, supplies, reagents, and inventory
- Support implementation and evaluation of new procedures, products, or equipment
- Collect specimens and verify patient identification before collection
- Assist with training technical personnel and participate in proficiency testing and quality assurance activities
Employer
PRIDE Health
59 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
This is my first assignment with PRIDE. I have been very pleased. Diya is always so helpful!
Cons
None
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PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About State College, PA
As a travel nurse in State College, PA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it relatively affordable.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 80-85°F and winter lows of 20-25°F.
- Short term rentals are available, and options can be found relatively easily, especially during non-peak times.
- Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
- State College is home to a large population of travel nurses due to the university and healthcare facilities.
- Numerous restaurants offering local fare, vibrant art and music scene, support for various sports due to the university, and abundant outdoor activities with nearby parks and mountains.
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