Hospital | Lab Tech

Travel Medical Technologist – Microbiology | 13-Week Clinical Laboratory Contract in New Haven, Connecticut

Travel Medical Technologist and Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) opportunity in New Haven, CT, supporting microbiology testing on overnight shifts.

Join a high-acuity clinical laboratory team in New Haven, Connecticut, as a Medical Technologist specializing in microbiology. This 13-week travel healthcare assignment offers the opportunity to support comprehensive diagnostic testing in a large acute care hospital and Level I trauma environment while working with advanced laboratory systems and diverse patient populations. New Haven is a vibrant, walkable city known for its rich cultural scene, historic neighborhoods, acclaimed dining, and convenient access to the Connecticut coast and major Northeast destinations.

Travel Medical Technologist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,690–$1,820
• Job Title: Medical Technologist – Microbiology / Medical Laboratory Scientist
• Specialty: Clinical Microbiology
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital clinical laboratory and Level I trauma environment
• Location: New Haven, Connecticut
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week; 8-hour night shifts, approximately 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
• Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Rotating weekends and holidays
• Laboratory Information System: Epic, with preference for Beaker experience

Medical Technologist – Microbiology Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent hospital clinical laboratory experience, preferably in microbiology
• Eligible certification: ASCP MLS, MLT, M, SM, MB, or AMT
• Strong preference for experience with BACTEC, Gram staining, and Epic Beaker
• Proficiency with specimen receipt, culture plating, organism identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and rapid identification testing
• Experience with aerobic, anaerobic, AFB, and fungal cultures
• Working knowledge of PCR testing, molecular extractions, pipetting, cytospin, and rapid test kits
• Ability to work independently on an overnight schedule and participate in rotating weekend and holiday coverage
• Connecticut licensure or eligibility to obtain required authorization before the assignment start date

Microbiology Medical Technologist Responsibilities

• Perform clinical microbiology testing across a broad range of specimen types and patient populations, from neonates through geriatrics
• Receive, process, plate, and evaluate clinical specimens according to laboratory procedures
• Conduct Gram stains, aerobic and anaerobic cultures, AFB and fungal cultures, and molecular testing
• Identify organisms using biochemical, serological, molecular, and rapid identification methods
• Perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing and communicate critical or time-sensitive results appropriately
• Complete PCR testing for respiratory, infectious disease, and screening indications
• Maintain accurate documentation and support laboratory quality, safety, compliance, and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with laboratory colleagues and clinical care teams to support timely, high-quality patient care

Apply now for this travel Medical Technologist microbiology contract in New Haven, Connecticut, and join a high-acuity clinical laboratory team.

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.