Local Contract Wound Care Technician
Palo Alto, CA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs
$35-42/hourOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Position: Lab Tech (No Licensed needed!)
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Setting: Hospital-Based Blood Center Laboratory
Contract Type: Local
Duration: 13-weeks
Compensation
Local Pay Rate: $35 to $42/hr - Determined based on experience
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and much more!
Position Details
Schedule:
- 5x8s
Minimum Requirements
- 2+ years of experience as a Lab Tech
- Hands-on experience with:
- Sample handling and specimen processing
- Pipetting and centrifugation
- Reagent preparation
- Quantitative chemical analysis and/or enzyme assays
- NO CA state license required!
- EPIC Beaker LIS experience
About the Facility
Build your laboratory experience within a highly respected academic healthcare environment that supports cutting-edge research, innovation, and patient care. This role offers hands-on work in a specialized blood center setting, exposure to advanced laboratory processes, and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced healthcare and laboratory professionals while making a meaningful impact behind the scenes.
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Employer
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation’s top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.
About Palo Alto, CA
As a travel nurse in Palo Alto, CA here's what you should know:- Palo Alto has a cost of living that is significantly higher than the national average, with housing being the major contributor.
- Wages are generally higher to match the increased cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 80°F, while the average low in winter is around 40°F.
- Short term rentals can be found in Palo Alto, but they may be more expensive due to the overall higher cost of living in the area.
- Palo Alto is car-friendly, but traffic congestion can be an issue.
- Public transportation options include buses and a commuter rail system for easy access to nearby areas.
- Palo Alto is known for its diverse population, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include stress-related conditions due to the fast-paced lifestyle.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of renowned medical facilities.
- Palo Alto offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking in nearby nature reserves and parks.