Travel Medical Technologist - $1,462 to $1,662 per week in Montrose, CO

Jackson HealthPros is hiring a Clinical / Medical Laboratory Scientist (formerly Medical Technologist) to perform diagnostic testing on patient samples and analyze test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits to aid physicians in the diagnosis or monitoring of various disease states.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical, or biological science as required by CLIA regulations.
• ASCP, AMT, NCA (MT/MLS) or equivalent certification preferred. Applicants without current certification must pass an accepted registry exam within 6 months of hire. Failure to pass will result in probation and further requirements as described by the client.
• Training: At least 3 months of training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing. Training may be prior employment, on-site, or as part of an education curriculum.
• Complete operational ability in all laboratory areas, including blood banking, hematology, serology, chemistry, and microscopic/morphological examinations.
• Experience performing high complexity laboratory testing and supervising a department, section, or shift as assigned.
• BLS certification.
• Ability to safely handle chemicals and infectious materials, collect specimens under aseptic conditions, and perform quality control and remedial actions.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including frequent fine motor tasks and occasional standing, walking, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• Preferred: At least 1 year of experience as a CLS/MLS/Medical Technologist in a hospital or acute care laboratory setting.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital.
• Position: Clinical / Medical Laboratory Scientist (Medical Technologist).
• Shift Name: Evenings.
• Shift Details: Evenings 15:30–23:30 (8-hour shifts) with weekend rotation and holiday coverage.
• Responsibilities include performance of laboratory procedures, monitoring test analysis and specimen examinations, reporting results, and supervising as assigned.

Location Highlights

Montrose, CO offers access to outdoor recreation and a small-city lifestyle. Montrose is within about 25 miles of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and approximately 60 miles from Telluride, providing hiking, rock climbing, rafting, and skiing opportunities. The city has a regional airport with connections to larger hubs and sits along the Uncompahgre River, offering fishing and riverside trails. Local features include the Ute Indian Museum and a historic downtown, supporting a suburban-to-adventurous lifestyle with access to national parks and mountain recreation within short drives.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available and travel & license reimbursement.

Apply now and a recruiter will contact you to confirm details and assess fit. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.