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Medical Lab Technician
Charleston, South Carolina
MUSC Health Emergency and Urgent Care in West Ashley

$1,391/week

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Medical Laboratory Technologist

Location: Emergency and Urgent Care in West Ashley, Charleston, South Carolina Employment type: Travel/Contract Contract length: 13 weeks Shift: Night, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM Hours: 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week Weekends: Every other weekend On-call: None Float between service lines: No Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks Radius rule: 60 miles. Local candidates are accepted case by case.

Role Overview

Medical Laboratory Technologists support high quality laboratory testing in a clinical laboratory.

Required Qualifications

Medical Lab Technician certification through ASCP, with at least 1 year of experience and experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association
Experience as a generalist across lab benches
Experience with Epic

Onboarding

Complete all orientation modules before start (about 2 hours, on a laptop or computer, not a cell phone). Travelers sent home if not completed.
Submit a passport-style badge photo: frontal view, solid background, shoulders up.

About Charleston, SC

As a Travel Medical Laboratory Technician in Charleston, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.

Transportation

Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.

Demographics

Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.

Things to Do

Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.

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