Travel Laboratory Medical Laboratory Technician Job
Jackson, GA
Contracted
Wellstar Sylvan Grove Hospital
Mid Level
Embark on a compelling journey as a Medical Laboratory Technician in a travel-ready Laboratory role, stationed in Jackson, Georgia. This is your chance to apply precise technical expertise to patient care while experiencing the breadth of today’s modern lab environments. Every test you conduct, every result you validate, contributes to timely and accurate diagnoses that shape treatment plans and improve lives. Beyond the bench, imagine the beauty of Georgia—friendly communities, historic charm, and outdoor escapes that invite exploration during your downtime. From lush state parks to vibrant city amenities within reach, this assignment offers a balanced blend of professional impact and personal discovery. The start date is 02/02/2026, with an assignment lasting weeks and the potential for extension based on performance and facility needs. Your precise hours and schedule will be aligned with host sites, and compensation reflects the dynamic nature of travel assignments.
Location Benefits:
Jackson, Georgia, presents an inviting hub for healthcare professionals who value community and professional growth. You’ll work within a supportive hospital or reference-lab setting that emphasizes collaboration, quality, and patient-centered care. The location offers a friendly, approachable pace with access to excellent local amenities, while still enabling occasional weekend excursions to Georgia’s scenic landscapes. For those who relish variety, this role comes with the opportunity to be placed across multiple sites in the U.S. through our travel program, exposing you to a range of instrumentation, protocols, and team dynamics. That variety broadens your diagnostic perspective and keeps your daily routine engaging. Georgia itself is renowned for its outdoorsmanship, historic towns, and a climate that fosters year-round activity. It’s a chance to grow professionally while enjoying the warmth of Southern hospitality and the chance to discover classic Southern cuisine, music, and cultural events. You’ll also appreciate streamlined housing support and local resources designed to ensure a smooth transition to a new city, with a focus on comfort and stability during your assignment.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Key Responsibilities: As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you’ll perform a spectrum of routine and specialized tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, and transfusion services. You’ll handle specimen processing, accessioning, instrumentation operation, quality control, calibration, and preventive maintenance. You’ll document results accurately, troubleshoot instrument issues, implement corrective actions, and maintain strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards. You’ll participate in specimen logistics, data entry, and result reporting within electronic medical records, collaborating with clinicians, pathologists, and other lab staff to ensure rapid, reliable turnaround times.
- Professional Growth: This role is designed for skill expansion in a high-demand specialty. You’ll gain exposure to diverse instrument platforms, assay methodologies, and laboratory information systems, opening avenues for cross-training and potential leadership responsibilities. Our program supports continuing education and targeted certifications when aligned with site needs and your career goals. The variety of settings—hospital labs, reference labs, and outpatient facilities—helps you develop a robust, adaptable portfolio that strengthens future marketability.
- Competitive Benefits: In addition to a competitive weekly pay range of $1,367-$1,433, you’ll have access to a completion bonus and comprehensive housing assistance to ease your transition. Opportunities for contract extension allow you to build lasting professional relationships and continue contributing to patient care at multiple sites. You’ll also benefit from per-diem options where applicable and support for licensing and credentialing as you relocate between assignments.
- 24/7 Support: Traveling with our company means you’re never alone on the road. Our dedicated travel support team is available 24/7 to assist with housing, onboarding, site orientation, and any on-site needs that arise during your assignment. Whether it’s troubleshooting equipment, coordinating with site staff, or helping with travel logistics, you’ll have reliable, real-time assistance.
- Scheduling and Hours: Please note that hours and schedules are assignment-specific and not guaranteed. The “Guaranteed Hours” field is 0.0, reflecting the variability of travel staffing across sites. Final hours will be confirmed during the hiring process and may fluctuate with facility demand and patient volume. The program strives for consistency while maintaining the flexibility necessary for travel opportunities.
- Safety and Compliance: You’ll operate within strict quality management protocols, participate in proficiency testing, and uphold regulatory standards (CAP, CLIA, OSHA) to ensure patient safety and data integrity. Your meticulous attention to detail supports accurate reporting, contamination prevention, and smooth accreditation reviews.
- Company Values: Our organization is committed to empowering lab personnel with opportunities for career advancement, mentorship, and a supportive work environment. We believe in recognizing expertise, fostering collaboration, and investing in your growth so you can deliver outstanding patient-centered diagnostics across diverse settings. Expect transparent communication, constructive feedback, and a culture that values your contributions to clinical excellence.
- Start Date and Duration: 02/02/2026 marks the beginning of this travel assignment, with a duration described as Weeks and extension potential based on performance and facility needs. The position emphasizes flexibility, growth, and the chance to leave a meaningful mark in multiple lab environments.
Call to Action:
If you’re a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician ready to elevate your career through diverse lab experiences, dynamic teams, and a supportive, growth-focused employer, this is the opportunity you’ve been seeking. Apply today to join a company that values your expertise, fosters continuous learning, and supports you as you expand your professional horizons—while you explore the beauty and culture Georgia and other parts of the U.S. have to offer. Your next chapter in laboratory medicine awaits.
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.
Location Benefits:
Jackson, Georgia, presents an inviting hub for healthcare professionals who value community and professional growth. You’ll work within a supportive hospital or reference-lab setting that emphasizes collaboration, quality, and patient-centered care. The location offers a friendly, approachable pace with access to excellent local amenities, while still enabling occasional weekend excursions to Georgia’s scenic landscapes. For those who relish variety, this role comes with the opportunity to be placed across multiple sites in the U.S. through our travel program, exposing you to a range of instrumentation, protocols, and team dynamics. That variety broadens your diagnostic perspective and keeps your daily routine engaging. Georgia itself is renowned for its outdoorsmanship, historic towns, and a climate that fosters year-round activity. It’s a chance to grow professionally while enjoying the warmth of Southern hospitality and the chance to discover classic Southern cuisine, music, and cultural events. You’ll also appreciate streamlined housing support and local resources designed to ensure a smooth transition to a new city, with a focus on comfort and stability during your assignment.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Key Responsibilities: As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you’ll perform a spectrum of routine and specialized tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, and transfusion services. You’ll handle specimen processing, accessioning, instrumentation operation, quality control, calibration, and preventive maintenance. You’ll document results accurately, troubleshoot instrument issues, implement corrective actions, and maintain strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards. You’ll participate in specimen logistics, data entry, and result reporting within electronic medical records, collaborating with clinicians, pathologists, and other lab staff to ensure rapid, reliable turnaround times.
- Professional Growth: This role is designed for skill expansion in a high-demand specialty. You’ll gain exposure to diverse instrument platforms, assay methodologies, and laboratory information systems, opening avenues for cross-training and potential leadership responsibilities. Our program supports continuing education and targeted certifications when aligned with site needs and your career goals. The variety of settings—hospital labs, reference labs, and outpatient facilities—helps you develop a robust, adaptable portfolio that strengthens future marketability.
- Competitive Benefits: In addition to a competitive weekly pay range of $1,367-$1,433, you’ll have access to a completion bonus and comprehensive housing assistance to ease your transition. Opportunities for contract extension allow you to build lasting professional relationships and continue contributing to patient care at multiple sites. You’ll also benefit from per-diem options where applicable and support for licensing and credentialing as you relocate between assignments.
- 24/7 Support: Traveling with our company means you’re never alone on the road. Our dedicated travel support team is available 24/7 to assist with housing, onboarding, site orientation, and any on-site needs that arise during your assignment. Whether it’s troubleshooting equipment, coordinating with site staff, or helping with travel logistics, you’ll have reliable, real-time assistance.
- Scheduling and Hours: Please note that hours and schedules are assignment-specific and not guaranteed. The “Guaranteed Hours” field is 0.0, reflecting the variability of travel staffing across sites. Final hours will be confirmed during the hiring process and may fluctuate with facility demand and patient volume. The program strives for consistency while maintaining the flexibility necessary for travel opportunities.
- Safety and Compliance: You’ll operate within strict quality management protocols, participate in proficiency testing, and uphold regulatory standards (CAP, CLIA, OSHA) to ensure patient safety and data integrity. Your meticulous attention to detail supports accurate reporting, contamination prevention, and smooth accreditation reviews.
- Company Values: Our organization is committed to empowering lab personnel with opportunities for career advancement, mentorship, and a supportive work environment. We believe in recognizing expertise, fostering collaboration, and investing in your growth so you can deliver outstanding patient-centered diagnostics across diverse settings. Expect transparent communication, constructive feedback, and a culture that values your contributions to clinical excellence.
- Start Date and Duration: 02/02/2026 marks the beginning of this travel assignment, with a duration described as Weeks and extension potential based on performance and facility needs. The position emphasizes flexibility, growth, and the chance to leave a meaningful mark in multiple lab environments.
Call to Action:
If you’re a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician ready to elevate your career through diverse lab experiences, dynamic teams, and a supportive, growth-focused employer, this is the opportunity you’ve been seeking. Apply today to join a company that values your expertise, fosters continuous learning, and supports you as you expand your professional horizons—while you explore the beauty and culture Georgia and other parts of the U.S. have to offer. Your next chapter in laboratory medicine awaits.
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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TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
EEO Statement
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