Job Description:

Join us as a Medical Technologist (Generalist) on a 13-week travel assignment in Merriam, Kansas. This role offers an engaging opportunity to work within a busy clinical laboratory environment, specializing in blood bank procedures. You'll be part of a team that keeps essential lab operations running smoothly, with duties including blood bank testing, specimen processing, and maintaining high standards of quality. The work schedule is a mix of early and late shifts—perfect if you enjoy ending your workday with a sense of accomplishment. This assignment is unique because it emphasizes blood bank experience, allowing you to sharpen your skills in a specialized and critical area of laboratory medicine. It’s an excellent chance to explore Kansas while doing meaningful work that makes a real difference.

Weather:

Typically, the weather around this time of year in Merriam tends to be mild with warm days, comfortable evenings, and occasional light rain showers. It’s a season of pleasant temperatures making outdoor adventures and city outings enjoyable.

Fun Things To Do:

• Kansas City Zoo – Explore a variety of animal exhibits and conservation efforts.
• Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art – Discover impressive art collections and creative exhibitions.
• Day trip to Lawrence – Experience lively college-town energy, local shops, and great dining options.
• Historic Leavenworth – Visit historic sites and enjoy scenic river views just a short drive away.
• Kauffman Stadium – Catch a baseball game and soak in the energetic game day atmosphere.

Job Specifics:

Location: Merriam, Kansas
Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM (alternating)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 40 hours
This assignment is designed for qualified CLS or MT (ASCP) professionals with at least 2 years of laboratory experience, including blood bank expertise. The role involves maintaining high standards in blood bank testing, specimen handling, and ensuring quality control. Weekend work is required on an every-other-week basis, and there are no on-call hours associated with this position. Credentialing must be completed a week prior to start, and pre-approval for overtime is required.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave