Travel/Contract Medical Laboratory Scientist - Up to $2,360/week!

Loveland, CO 80537

Posted: 02/19/2026 Employment Type: Travel Job Category: Laboratory Job Number: 172486

Job Description


Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – 13-Week Contract
Location:Near Loveland Colorado
Weekly Compensation: Up to $2,360 (Based on Experience)

Connected Health Care is seeking a Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) for a 13-week local travel contract opportunity near in Loveland, CO. This position offers competitive weekly compensation up to $2,360, flexible contract options, and the chance to work in one of Colorado’s most scenic mountain communities. We partner with top-tier healthcare facilities nationwide and are committed to connecting skilled laboratory professionals with rewarding travel assignments.
If you are a certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) looking for a high-paying travel job in Colorado, this is the opportunity for you.
Position Overview – Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist Job 
The Travel MLS will perform diagnostic laboratory testing, ensure quality control compliance, and support patient care through accurate and timely laboratory results. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced laboratory professionals seeking a travel contract in a critical access or community hospital setting.
Job Responsibilities
  • Perform moderate to high-complexity laboratory testing in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, blood bank, and urinalysis
  • Analyze and interpret laboratory test results with accuracy and efficiency
  • Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment
  • Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, and Joint Commission standards
  • Perform quality control and proficiency testing procedures
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams regarding lab results
  • Maintain proper documentation within the laboratory information system (LIS)
  • Adhere to safety protocols and infection control standards
Education & Certification Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field
  • Current ASCP (MLS or MT) certification required 
  • Minimum 2 years of recent hospital laboratory experience preferred
  • Strong generalist background highly preferred
About the Loveland, Colorado Area
Loveland, known as the “Sweetheart City,” is nestled along Colorado’s Front Range with easy access to outdoor adventure and vibrant community living.
Why Healthcare Professionals Love Loveland:
  • Minutes from hiking and biking trails at Devil’s Backbone Open Space
  • Boating, paddleboarding, and fishing at Boyd Lake State Park
  • Thriving arts community with nationally recognized sculpture parks and galleries
  • Close proximity to Fort Collins, Boulder, and Denver
  • Short drive to Rocky Mountain National Park for weekend getaways
  • Strong local economy and welcoming community atmosphere
  • Enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year
Connected Health Care is actively interviewing qualified candidates for this high-paying Travel MLS opportunity in Colorado. If you're ready to take your laboratory career to the mountains, we want to hear from you.
Contact Information:
Savannah – Account Manager
(512) 605-2288
savannah@connectedhc.com
Connected Health Care – Connecting Healthcare Talent with Opportunity Nationwide.
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