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Travel Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) – Hospital Chemistry in Rockford, Illinois

Apply now for a 13-week travel Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) assignment in Rockford, Illinois, supporting hospital chemistry testing and phlebotomy services.

Join an on-site hospital laboratory team as a Medical Laboratory Technician supporting clinical chemistry testing and phlebotomy services. This travel healthcare opportunity is ideal for a skilled, dependable laboratory professional who is comfortable working independently and delivering accurate results in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Located in the Rock River region, Rockford offers a welcoming community with access to outdoor recreation, local arts and culture, and convenient travel throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Travel Laboratory Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,190–$1,280
• Location: Rockford, Illinois 61104
• Healthcare Setting: On-site hospital laboratory
• Laboratory Specialty: Clinical laboratory chemistry
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel assignment
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• End Date: January 23, 2027
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m., three shifts per week
• Schedule: Every third weekend and rotating holidays

Medical Laboratory Technician Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of clinical laboratory experience
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technologist certification
• ASCP certification required
• Phlebotomy experience and demonstrated phlebotomy skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a clinical laboratory setting
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to quality patient care
• Ability to work overnight shifts, rotating holidays, and every third weekend
• Travel candidates must reside outside the applicable local commuting radius

Medical Laboratory Technician Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing within the chemistry section
• Collect and process patient specimens according to established procedures
• Provide phlebotomy services as part of the hospital laboratory workflow
• Operate, monitor, and maintain laboratory equipment as appropriate
• Review laboratory test results for accuracy and report critical or unusual findings through proper channels
• Follow laboratory safety, quality control, and regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate documentation and specimen identification throughout the testing process
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with clinical and laboratory team members

Apply now to join this Rockford, Illinois travel laboratory team and advance your Medical Laboratory Technician career in a hospital chemistry setting.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.