Step into a pivotal Medical Laboratory Technician role in Gunnison Colorado where your precise hands and analytical mindset become a cornerstone of patient care. This laboratory-focused assignment invites you to apply your technical expertise across core disciplinesfrom hematology and chemistry to microbiology and urinalysisensuring accurate results timely reporting and unwavering quality. Youll manage specimen processing operate and troubleshoot analytical instruments perform routine and specialized tests and uphold rigorous quality control and safety standards in a fast-paced healthcare environment. As you begin on February 23 2026 youll embark on a multi-week assignment that guarantees 36 hours per week with a competitive weekly compensation ranging from $1710 to $1776. This is more than a role; its an opportunity to contribute to diagnostic excellence while sharpening your skills in a supportive medical laboratory setting that values reliability precision and continuous professional growth.
Colorados Gunnison Valley offers an extraordinary backdrop for your professional journey. Nestled among striking mountain scenery it invites outdoor enthusiasts to hike ski fish and explore pristine trails after meaningful days in the lab. The regions small-town warmth superb air and clear skies cultivate a balanced rhythm between work and life. For those drawn to broader horizons this opportunity also presents the chance to work in various U.S. locations through our program experiencing a spectrum of clinical laboratory environmentsfrom bustling urban centers to serene rural labs. Each placement broadens your clinical repertoire hones adaptability and deepens your understanding of how geography shapes patient care all while maintaining the consistent high standard of practice you expect as a Medical Laboratory Technician.
In this role youll perform a full spectrum of lab duties designed to advance your professional trajectory. Core responsibilities include specimen accessioning processing and analysis; running automated and manual tests; ensuring accuracy through rigorous quality control instrument calibration and maintenance; verifying results and communicating them promptly to clinicians; and documenting procedures in compliant electronic health record systems. Youll participate in run reviews participate in proficiency testing and contribute to contributing to standard operating procedures to optimize workflow and turnaround times. The position emphasizes growth: cross-training opportunities across chemistry hematology microbiology and transfusion medicine; access to continuing education and potential pathways toward lead technologist or supervisory roles as you demonstrate mastery leadership and a commitment to quality. We recognize the importance of your certification and expertise and we support your journey with resources and mentorship that reinforce your clinical confidence and technical breadth.
The benefits package reflects the value we place on younot just as a clinician but as a partner in addition to a competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours youll have access to a signing bonus housing assistance or stipend and pathways to extend your contract beyond the initial assignment if both you and the site find the arrangement mutually rewarding. Youll work with a team that prioritizes clarity respect and professional development backed by robust support services that help you succeed in every location. Comprehensive travel and relocation support accompany a 24/7 assistance framework ensuring youre never navigating the road or the lab alone. Whether youre optimizing workflows aligning with evolving regulatory standards or integrating new instrumentation youll get timely guidance and actionable resources from our dedicated travel and clinical support teams. The environment emphasizes collaboration continuous improvement and recognition of your contributions as essential to patient outcomes.
Our company is built on empowering our staff to grow learn and advance. We commit to creating a nurturing inclusive culture where your clinical judgment is respected your career goals are taken seriously and your achievements are celebrated. Youll have access to mentorship skill-building opportunities and a clear pathway toward greater responsibility within the laboratory ecosystem. Whether youre seeking deeper diagnostic expertise leadership development or exposure to diverse lab operations youll find a environment that supports your aspirations and respects your worklife balance especially in a setting that prizes outdoor living and community connection.
Ready to embark on this meaningful journey If youre motivated to enhance patient care through precise laboratory science we invite you to apply and join a company that values your expertise and your professional growth. Embrace the chance to work in Gunnisons stunning landscape while expanding your clinical acumen across multiple settings. Your next chapter as a Medical Laboratory Technician starts herewhere skill meets opportunity and every result helps shape better health outcomes. Please apply and take the next step toward joining a team that recognizes your impact and stands beside you as you grow.
Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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