Job Description

Lighthouse Lab Services is excited to represent a new clinical lab in Arcadia, Louisiana that seeks a Temp/Travel Molecular Lab Technician to support these testing services.

About the Client

The client is a CLIA and COLA accredited clinical diagnostic laboratory located in Arcadia, Louisiana. They offer comprehensive testing services to healthcare providers statewide, delivering fast and accurate results to enhance patient outcomes. Their innovative laboratory is led by a team of experienced professionals dedicated to quality and compliance. The lab features advanced instrumentation. By partnering with hospitals, clinics, and physician practices, the client delivers reliable diagnostic solutions that empower healthcare providers to make informed, timely decisions.

About the Role

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Medical Laboratory Technician. The perfect candidate will perform routine and specialized laboratory testing, analyze and interpret results in conjunction with pathology, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Additional responsibilities include managing quality control measures, maintaining laboratory equipment, and adhering to established protocols to support the delivery of accurate diagnostic results.

About Arcadia, LA

Located in north Louisiana, Arcadia offers a welcoming small-town environment with a low cost of living and easy access to outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life, short commutes, and a strong sense of community, while still being within driving distance of larger regional hubs such as Shreveport, Monroe, and Ruston. The area provides access to lakes, parks, and the outdoor traditions that make Louisiana known as “Sportsman’s Paradise,” along with nearby cultural and collegiate activities supported by Louisiana Tech University.

Principle Duties And Job Responsibilities

• Proficiency in Medical Technology and Laboratory Skills
• Knowledge of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology practices
• Experience with Quality Control standards and procedures
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills related to laboratory testing
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented healthcare environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the highest level of accuracy

Basic Preferred Profile:

• Minimum Associates’ degree in one of the following: biology, medical technology, microbiology, chemistry, or biochemistry
• At least 2 years’ experience working in a high complexity molecular testing lab, preferably in an independent reference lab
• ASCP certification highly preferred but not required
• Louisiana State Lab Personnel License required
• Experience with a start-up laboratory
• Experience with NGS, PCR testing using but not limited to Quant Studio 5

Salary/Benefits/Shift:

• Shift is Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm
• Pay is up to $18/hr + $1200/week (tax free) per diem for housing, food, and incidentals

About Us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has more than 22 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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