Med Lab Tech in Barbourville, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Barbourville, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,434/Per Week
- Profession
- Medical Lab Technologist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $39.83
- Weekly
- $1,434
- Yearly (full-time)
- $74,568
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $39.83/hour — 36% above the median for Medical Lab Technologist jobs in Kentucky ($29.27/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Medical Lab Technologist jobs in Kentucky right now
- 4 open Medical Lab Technologist jobs in Kentucky from 3 agencies.
- Pay in these listings: $38.13 – $67.09/hour, median $40.39/hour.
- Typical Medical Lab Technologist pay in Kentucky: $29.27/hour ($60,882/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($54.02/hour across 2 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as a Medical Laboratory Technician in Barbourville, Kentucky. This overnight laboratory role is ideal for an experienced MLT who is comfortable working independently, supporting phlebotomy as needed, floating within scope of practice, and adapting to occasional weekend coverage. Night owls will appreciate the consistent 12-hour schedule while helping keep essential laboratory operations moving through the overnight hours. Phlebotomy experience, at least two years of recent MLT experience, AHA BLS certification, and ASCP or AMT certification are required.
Weather
Barbourville typically offers crisp, comfortable weather during this time of year, with cool mornings, mild afternoons, and colorful seasonal scenery—pleasant conditions for exploring the area between shifts.
Fun Things To Do
- Local Exploration: Discover Barbourville’s community shops, restaurants, and historic character.
- Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy hiking, scenic drives, and peaceful outdoor spaces throughout the surrounding Kentucky countryside.
- Food and Culture: Sample regional cuisine and look for local events, markets, and cultural activities.
- Day Trip—Nearby Towns: Spend a day exploring nearby Kentucky communities, local landmarks, and independent businesses.
- Day Trip—Regional Outdoors: Plan a longer day trip through the surrounding mountains and rural landscapes for sightseeing and photography.
Job Specifics
City and State: Barbourville, Kentucky
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM; three shifts per week
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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