Medical Technologist (MT) / Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – Microbiology Travel Job in Madison, Wisconsin

Join a high-volume hospital microbiology laboratory in Madison, Wisconsin, as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist and use your advanced culture-reading expertise to support complex patient care. This microbiology travel contract is ideal for an experienced clinical laboratory professional who can independently interpret complex cultures with minimal training. Madison offers an outstanding quality of life, with beautiful lakes, extensive bike paths, vibrant arts and dining, and a welcoming community atmosphere.

Microbiology Travel Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,690-$1,820
• Location: Madison, Wisconsin
• Assignment Type: Medical laboratory travel contract
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• End Date: May 3, 2027
• Duration: 26 weeks
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 40 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 8-hour evening/night shifts
• Typical Shift Times: 2:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m.-midnight
• Weekend Rotation: Approximately one weekend every four weeks
• Work Setting: On-site, high-volume hospital clinical laboratory
• Orientation: 20 hours
• Travel Requirement: Candidates residing within 50 miles of the worksite are not eligible

Medical Technologist and Medical Laboratory Scientist Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent experience in a hospital clinical laboratory
• Extensive microbiology experience, preferably in a role focused primarily on microbiology
• Ability to read and interpret complex cultures with minimal training
• ASCP Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification required
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or a related field required
• Experience in a high-acuity or Level I trauma hospital laboratory required
• Strong microbiology competency, including culture reading, organism identification, susceptibility testing, Gram stains, PCR testing, and rapid identification methods
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and float within the laboratory as needed
• Willingness to complete required skills validation and pre-employment testing

Medical Laboratory Scientist Responsibilities

• Receive, accession, process, and prepare clinical specimens for microbiology testing
• Perform culture plating and evaluation for aerobic and anaerobic organisms
• Complete Gram stains, Cytospin procedures, rapid test kits, and molecular testing such as PCR
• Read complex microbiology cultures and accurately identify organisms
• Perform susceptibility testing and report timely, accurate test results
• Conduct rapid identification tests, including streptococcal, indole, coagulase, catalase, and oxidase testing
• Apply established procedures for respiratory, MRSA, COVID-19, Group B Streptococcus, C. difficile, and other molecular or rapid tests
• Demonstrate independent decision-making in a large, high-volume clinical laboratory
• Participate in training related to specialized assays, analyzers, and evolving laboratory services
• Support quality, accuracy, and regulatory standards while collaborating with the broader clinical care team

Apply now for this Medical Technologist and Medical Laboratory Scientist microbiology travel opportunity in Madison, Wisconsin.

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.