Med Lab Tech in Lufkin, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Lufkin, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,227/Per Week
- Profession
- Medical Lab Technologist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $30.68
- Weekly
- $1,227
- Yearly (full-time)
- $63,804
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $30.68/hour — 8% above the median for Medical Lab Technologist jobs in Texas ($28.51/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, 40 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 Texas right now
- 7 open Medical Lab Technologist jobs in Texas from 4 agencies, 3 of them in Lufkin.
- Pay in these listings: $30.54 – $53.92/hour, median $48.89/hour.
- Typical Medical Lab Technologist pay in Texas: $28.51/hour ($59,301/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($42.30/hour across 2 jobs).
Job description
Join us on a 13-week assignment as a Medical Laboratory Technician in Lufkin, Texas, and bring your expertise in blood banking, hematology, chemistry, and microbiology to life. This role involves running diagnostic tests across various disciplines, ensuring accurate results in a fast-paced lab setting. You'll work 10-hour night shifts from 8:30 PM to 7:00 AM, Monday through Thursday, with floating requirements within the lab, providing a variety of tasks that keep your skills sharp and your days off open. The work environment calls for a professional who thrives with a generalist skill set, integrating experience in blood bank procedures, serology, UA, coagulation, and chemistry to support patient diagnostics. This assignment is a great opportunity for a dedicated MLS/MT with at least 2 years of experience and current certification (ASCP, AMT). What makes this role unique? You'll be part of an essential healthcare team, performing vital diagnostic work that helps guide patient care, all while enjoying the flexibility of a night schedule in a welcoming community.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year features mild temperatures with warm days and cooler evenings. It’s typically sunny with occasional breezes, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the local scenery without the extremes of summer heat or winter chill.
Fun Things To Do:
- Explore the Lufkin Nature Center: Discover hiking trails, birdwatching, and scenic views in this peaceful natural setting.
- Visit Lake Sam Rayburn: Enjoy boating, fishing, or picnicking at this expansive freshwater lake just a short drive away.
- Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site: Step back in time and explore this historic home of a 19th-century politician and judge.
- Go on a day trip to Nacogdoches: Known as the oldest town in Texas, it offers charming shops, historic landmarks, and vibrant local culture.
- Nature hike in Davy Crockett National Forest: Experience the great outdoors with scenic trails and wildlife viewing, perfect for a weekend adventure.
Job Specifics:
Location: Lufkin, Texas
Shift: Night, 10 hours (8:30 PM - 7:00 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks, 40 hours per week
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