Travel Laboratory Medical Laboratory Technician Job
Berlin, VT
Contracted
Central Vermont Medical Center - Berlin, VT
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal role as a Medical Laboratory Technician in the Laboratory field, based in Berlin, Vermont. This opportunity is built for dedicated professionals who transform patient care through precise testing, meticulous analysis, and collaborative problem solving. Imagine your impact as you support clinicians with accurate diagnoses, contribute to public health, and advance the science of laboratory medicine from a state renowned for its scenic beauty, welcoming communities, and vibrant seasonal experiences. Vermont’s Green Mountains, tranquil lakes, picturesque small towns, and rich autumn colors invite weekends of hiking, kayaking, and exploring farmers markets, crafts fairs, and cozy bistros—creating a high quality of life that harmonizes with the rewarding demands of modern laboratory work.
Location Benefits:
Berlin, Vermont offers a tight‑knit community vibe, easy access to outdoor adventures, and proximity to cultural amenities in the broader regional hub of central Vermont. You’ll enjoy affordable housing options, safe neighborhoods, excellent schooling, and a pace of life that supports focus and longevity in your laboratory career. In addition to the immediate benefits of living and working in this appealing location, the position also provides the opportunity to work in various locations across the United States. This exposure broadens your clinical perspective, introduces you to diverse instrumentation and methodologies, and strengthens your professional network, all while maintaining robust support, consistent pay, and clear pathways for extension and advancement.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you will perform, review, and oversee a spectrum of tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and immunology as assigned, ensuring specimen integrity, accurate labeling, proper chain of custody, and timely reporting. You’ll operate, calibrate, and maintain analyzers, automate workflows where possible, and uphold rigorous quality control and assurance standards. Your daily duties include specimen accessioning, preparation, and processing, running and validating assays, recording results in the LIS, verifying data with appropriate reflex testing, and communicating critical values promptly to clinicians. You’ll troubleshoot instrument alerts, participate in proficiency testing, and ensure compliance with CLIA, HIPAA, CAP, and safety regulations. Beyond routine testing, you’ll contribute to continuous improvement projects, assist with method validation, and collaborate with laboratory leadership to optimize workflows. Professional growth is a core focus: you’ll have access to cross‑training opportunities in adjacent disciplines, potential pathways toward lead technician roles, and avenues for certification support and advancement within the specialty. Competitive benefits underscore the role: weekly pay between $2,164 and $2,372, comprehensive housing assistance for eligible assignments, and the potential for contract extensions to continue your journey in preferred locations. We prioritize your security and peace of mind with 24/7 support while you travel with the company, a dedicated clinical liaison, and responsive scheduling and payroll assistance to keep you focused on patient care. Scheduling is designed to balance steady workflow with flexibility, helping you maintain personal well‑being while delivering dependable, high‑quality lab results. Clear collaboration with physicians, nurses, and allied health staff ensures timely reporting and appropriate follow‑ups on critical findings, with an unwavering emphasis on privacy and data integrity. Start Date: February 2, 2026.
Company Values:
Our organization is rooted in empowering its staff, championing career advancement, and fostering a supportive, inclusive work environment. We invest in people through structured development plans, mentorship, continuing education stipends, and access to specialty certifications. You’ll join a community that values curiosity, teamwork, integrity, and accountability, where your contributions are recognized and your professional growth is a shared objective. We embrace transparent feedback, open dialogue, and a culture that rewards initiative, reliability, and patient‑centered care.
Call to Action:
If you’re passionate about laboratory science and ready to broaden your horizons in a welcoming Vermont setting—with the possibility of U.S. assignments—this is your moment. Apply now to join a company that values your expertise, supports your development, and stands beside you as you grow both professionally and personally. This role offers meaningful impact, skill expansion, and a community that prioritizes your success every step of the way.
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:
Berlin, Vermont offers a tight‑knit community vibe, easy access to outdoor adventures, and proximity to cultural amenities in the broader regional hub of central Vermont. You’ll enjoy affordable housing options, safe neighborhoods, excellent schooling, and a pace of life that supports focus and longevity in your laboratory career. In addition to the immediate benefits of living and working in this appealing location, the position also provides the opportunity to work in various locations across the United States. This exposure broadens your clinical perspective, introduces you to diverse instrumentation and methodologies, and strengthens your professional network, all while maintaining robust support, consistent pay, and clear pathways for extension and advancement.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you will perform, review, and oversee a spectrum of tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and immunology as assigned, ensuring specimen integrity, accurate labeling, proper chain of custody, and timely reporting. You’ll operate, calibrate, and maintain analyzers, automate workflows where possible, and uphold rigorous quality control and assurance standards. Your daily duties include specimen accessioning, preparation, and processing, running and validating assays, recording results in the LIS, verifying data with appropriate reflex testing, and communicating critical values promptly to clinicians. You’ll troubleshoot instrument alerts, participate in proficiency testing, and ensure compliance with CLIA, HIPAA, CAP, and safety regulations. Beyond routine testing, you’ll contribute to continuous improvement projects, assist with method validation, and collaborate with laboratory leadership to optimize workflows. Professional growth is a core focus: you’ll have access to cross‑training opportunities in adjacent disciplines, potential pathways toward lead technician roles, and avenues for certification support and advancement within the specialty. Competitive benefits underscore the role: weekly pay between $2,164 and $2,372, comprehensive housing assistance for eligible assignments, and the potential for contract extensions to continue your journey in preferred locations. We prioritize your security and peace of mind with 24/7 support while you travel with the company, a dedicated clinical liaison, and responsive scheduling and payroll assistance to keep you focused on patient care. Scheduling is designed to balance steady workflow with flexibility, helping you maintain personal well‑being while delivering dependable, high‑quality lab results. Clear collaboration with physicians, nurses, and allied health staff ensures timely reporting and appropriate follow‑ups on critical findings, with an unwavering emphasis on privacy and data integrity. Start Date: February 2, 2026.
Company Values:
Our organization is rooted in empowering its staff, championing career advancement, and fostering a supportive, inclusive work environment. We invest in people through structured development plans, mentorship, continuing education stipends, and access to specialty certifications. You’ll join a community that values curiosity, teamwork, integrity, and accountability, where your contributions are recognized and your professional growth is a shared objective. We embrace transparent feedback, open dialogue, and a culture that rewards initiative, reliability, and patient‑centered care.
Call to Action:
If you’re passionate about laboratory science and ready to broaden your horizons in a welcoming Vermont setting—with the possibility of U.S. assignments—this is your moment. Apply now to join a company that values your expertise, supports your development, and stands beside you as you grow both professionally and personally. This role offers meaningful impact, skill expansion, and a community that prioritizes your success every step of the way.
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.
Privacy & Consent
By applying, you agree to TLC Nursing’s Privacy Policy and consent to receive job-related text messages; message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out.
About TLC Nursing
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.
ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection
ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.
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
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Apply for this position
Required*