Travel Laboratory Clinical laboratory Scientist Job

Embark on a dynamic travel assignment as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in the Laboratory field, stationed in The Dalles, Oregon, beginning on 02/02/2026. This week-to-week contract invites you to bring your expertise to facilities that rely on precise testing to guide patient care, while you experience the beauty and pace of life in a Pacific Northwest town known for its river views, nearby forests, and outdoor adventures. Picture starting your journey amidst the dramatic Columbia River Gorge, exploring scenic trails, and enjoying a community that values science, service, and sustainable living. Oregon’s scenic landscapes and temperate climate offer a welcoming backdrop for both professional focus and personal exploration, with ample opportunities to discover historic towns, vibrant farmers markets, and exquisite mountain and river landscapes.

Location Benefits: The Dalles serves as a gateway to outdoor recreation and a warm, supportive healthcare community. You’ll have the chance to contribute your clinical expertise in a setting that blends small-city charm with access to larger regional networks, enabling professional growth while you maintain work–life balance. Beyond The Dalles, there’s the potential to work in varied locations across the U.S., offering you exposure to diverse hospital laboratories, instrumentation platforms, and patient populations. This means you can broaden your professional horizons—gaining proficiency in high-complexity testing, quality assurance, and process optimization—while enjoying the cultural richness of multiple regions. In this role, you’ll enjoy competitive compensation and robust support that lets you focus on delivering accurate results and advancing patient outcomes. And you’ll be able to appreciate Oregon’s famed natural beauty during days off, from the Columbia River Gorge to alpine vistas and shoreline escapes.

Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Role responsibilities: As a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, you’ll perform high-complexity testing across core lab disciplines, including hematology, chemistry, immunology, and microbiology as needed. You’ll validate and report results, conduct rigorous quality control and quality assurance, troubleshoot instruments and analyzers, and ensure specimen integrity from receipt to final report. You’ll adhere to SOPs, participate in proficiency testing, and collaborate with pathologists, clinicians, and lab leadership to support timely and accurate patient care. You’ll also assist with instrument maintenance, calibration, and documentation of deviations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols.
- Professional growth: This role is designed to accelerate your career within the clinical laboratory sciences. You’ll gain exposure to a range of instrumentation, protocols, and workflows in dynamic healthcare settings, with opportunities to deepen specialization in areas such as transfusion medicine, toxicology, or clinical chemistry. The contract structure supports ongoing skill development, cross-training, and potential pathways toward extended assignments or permanent opportunities within the network.
- Benefits that stand out: Weekly pay ranges from $1,860 to $2,020, reflecting your experience and the assignment scope. Housing assistance is available to ease transition and relocation concerns, and there are extension opportunities to continue the journey beyond an initial contract. In addition, you may be eligible for a completion bonus or other performance incentives based on project requirements and clinician performance, designed to recognize your expertise and commitment.
- Comprehensive support: You’ll receive 24/7 support from the traveling team and dedicated clinical staffing professionals, ensuring you’re never operating alone on the road. This built-in support system helps you navigate travel logistics, facility onboarding, and any on-site challenges, so you can maintain focus on clinical excellence and patient care.

Company Values: Our organization is grounded in empowering staff to advance their careers within a supportive, collaborative environment. We invest in your growth through mentorship, clear development pathways, ongoing education, and access to diverse clinical experiences. Our culture emphasizes respect, integrity, teamwork, and the commitment to improve patient outcomes through skilled, compassionate laboratory practice. We strive to create a workplace where your expertise is valued, your questions are welcomed, and your professional journey is continually nurtured.

Call to Action: If you’re a dedicated Clinical Laboratory Scientist looking to expand your horizons, apply now to join a company that prioritizes your professional development and well-being. This is your opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient care across multiple settings while exploring Oregon’s outdoor splendor and American landscapes through well-supported travel assignments. Bring your precision, curiosity, and collaboration to a role that respects your talents and rewards your commitment.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing

TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection

ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay


• Fast credentialing


• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support


• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement

TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.