Medical Laboratory Scientist
Philippi, West Virginia
Broaddus Hospital

Job Opportunity: Medical Lab Scientist (MLT/MT/MLS) - Travel/Contract

Location: Philippi, West Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 13 weeks)
Start Date: ASAP
Shifts: Mid shifts / Night shifts

Job Description

• Position for Medical Lab Scientist (MLT/MT/MLS)
• Travel/Contract role with option to extend
• Locals within 75 miles radius are not accepted

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience preferred
• Prior travel experience preferred (not explicitly required, but travel experience is preferred)

Required Qualifications

• National certification required for Medical Lab Scientist
• Must have a valid West Virginia license for Medical Lab Scientist (WV license accepted via online verification; no physical wallet card required)
• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations accepted
• Complete application/resume required

Immunizations & Health Requirements

• Flu vaccine required; medical exemptions considered with signed doctor’s note and completed exemption request form (religious exemptions NOT accepted)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or T-spot) within 1 year; if past positive, clear chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire required
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer within 5 years or 2 vaccines/boosters (can start with 2nd booster pending)
• Hepatitis B: Positive titer or vaccine series within 5 years or signed declination form
• Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines/boosters (can start with 2nd booster pending)
• 12-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (includes amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, opiates, etc.)

Background & Compliance Checks

• 7-year criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• WV CARES fingerprinting required (fingerprints must be completed in West Virginia; provisional employment allowed up to 60 days while pending)
• WV Nurse Aid Registry check required for applicable facilities/providers
• Nursys verification required for RNs (if applicable)

Certifications & Competencies

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure (NRP), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) as required by unit/job description
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required
• Annual skills checklist required

Orientation & Training

• Completion of CareLearning modules prior to start (approximately 3-4 hours)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Photo for badge required (passport-style with solid background)
• Signed acknowledgments for patient rights, confidentiality, and safety manuals required

Additional Notes

• Candidates must carry government-issued photo ID during hours of service
• Locals within 75 miles radius are not accepted for this travel role
• Flu vaccine deadline and documentation requirements are strictly enforced; failure to comply may result in removal from assignment

This position is ideal for Medical Lab Scientists with at least 2 years of lab experience who are interested in a 13-week travel contract in West Virginia with night/mid shifts. Prior travel experience is preferred but not explicitly required.