Travel Laboratory Medical Laboratory Technician Job

Embark on a rewarding journey as a Medical Laboratory Technician in The Dalles, Oregon, where your precise expertise becomes an essential catalyst for patient care and diagnosis. Picture yourself in a role that blends hands-on laboratory science with meaningful clinical impact, operating within a dynamic travel assignment that fuels your professional growth while you explore the beauty and diversity of the Pacific Northwest. This opportunity invites you to contribute to accurate, timely test results that guide treatment decisions, while you experience the thrill of working in a range of settings across the United States. And when you’re not in the lab, you’ll discover why Oregon is celebrated for its natural splendor—from the dramatic river vistas along the Columbia Gorge to the surrounding mountains, lush forests, and accessible outdoor escapes that invite you to recharge after demanding shifts. The Dalles itself pairs small-town warmth with modern clinical infrastructure, offering a supportive environment ideal for building confidence, expanding skills, and forging lasting professional connections.

Working in The Dalles places you at the heart of a vibrant community that values science, health, and outdoor adventure. The region’s geographic position provides convenient access to the Columbia River, scenic byways, and a variety of recreational outlets, while remaining within reach of larger urban centers for occasional collaborations or continuing education. As part of a broader travel program, you also have the professional flexibility to rotate through qualified facilities in different locations across the U.S., broadening your clinical exposure and accelerating your growth as a Medical Laboratory Technician. Expect the chance to experience diverse lab cultures, patient populations, and instrumentation ecosystems—an experience that sharpens analytical thinking, expands your repertoire in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and specimen processing, and strengthens your ability to collaborate across care teams. This role is designed for professionals who relish adapting to new environments, while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and efficiency in the lab.

Role specifics and benefits are crafted to support your success and career trajectory. In this assignment, you’ll be responsible for performing and supervising a range of routine and complex laboratory tests, validating results, maintaining instrument calibration, and adhering to stringent quality control protocols. You’ll process specimens, prepare and analyze samples, troubleshoot instrumentation, and report findings with clarity to clinicians. Your work will span multiple disciplines, with opportunities to deepen expertise in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, coagulation, and point-of-care testing as available. You’ll ensure regulatory compliance and participate in proficiency testing, SOP adherence, and documentation that upholds the lab’s reputation for reliability. The role emphasizes professional growth through cross-training, mentorship, and potential for certification support, enabling you to expand your scope of practice within the Medical Laboratory Technician specialty.

Beyond the day-to-day, you’ll enjoy competitive compensation with a weekly pay range of $1,826–$1,937, reflecting the value of your expertise and the complexity of the assignments. We offer comprehensive support designed to keep you focused on your clinical work and your wellbeing: robust housing assistance to reduce living concerns, potential sign-on bonuses, and opportunities for contract extensions to extend your impact and stabilize your travel plans. You’ll also have access to a dedicated 24/7 support team, ready to assist you during travel, on assignment transitions, and with any logistical needs that arise. The travel program is structured to provide predictable, supportive elements while you navigate new facilities, so you can concentrate on delivering accurate results and growing your professional confidence.

Our company is built on a foundation of empowering staff, fostering career advancement, and cultivating a supportive, collaborative work environment. We champion open communication, accessible leadership, and continuous learning that helps you elevate your technical competencies, expand your professional network, and prepare you for the next step in your laboratory career. The commitment extends beyond the lab floor: you’ll have resources for onboarding, orientation, and ongoing education, with mentors and peers who understand the unique challenges and rewards of travel healthcare. Our goal is to help you feel valued, capable, and prepared for sustained success, whether you’re refining micro-level skills or taking on leadership responsibilities within a lab team.

Ready to apply? This is your invitation to join a company that values your contribution and invests in your professional development. If you’re energized by the prospect of serving diverse patient populations, mastering cutting-edge instrumentation, and exploring new communities, seize this opportunity to begin on 03/09/2026 for a weeks-long assignment that can extend and evolve with your aspirations. The Dalles will welcome you, and so will a career path that respects your expertise, rewards your dedication, and supports your growth at every turn. Take the next step—apply now and shape the future of clinical laboratory medicine.

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 Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing 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 Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.