Step into a pivotal role as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist within our Laboratory team, where precision, curiosity, and patient-centered care converge to power decisive clinical decisions. This opportunity is anchored in Fort Bragg, California, a place where coastal beauty meets professional purpose, and it invites you to imagine the tangible difference your expertise makes every day. You’ll contribute to accurate testing, timely reporting, and robust QA that clinicians rely on to deliver timely interventions. At the same time, the program opens doors to placements at select sites across the United States, offering exposure to diverse populations, instrumentation suites, and regulatory environments that broaden your technical mastery and elevate your leadership in the lab. Start date for this assignment is 02/16/2026, and the duration is weeks, designed to provide meaningful experience while maintaining adaptability for your career trajectory. Weekly pay ranges from $2,058 to $2,074, with guaranteed hours listed as 0.0, reflecting the dynamic nature of travel assignments while ensuring you receive competitive compensation for the work completed.
Location Benefits and Lifestyle: Fort Bragg embodies the balance of serene coastal living and professional opportunity. Living here means easy access to breathtaking ocean vistas, rugged coastline hikes, and the therapeutic calm of redwood forests nearby. The community offers a welcoming atmosphere, seasonal events, local markets, and cuisine that celebrates regional flavors, all within a reasonable commute to an array of outdoor adventures. If your journey takes you to other U.S. locations, you’ll experience the benefits of a structured travel program that supports relocation, onboarding, and integration into new laboratories. You’ll gain exposure to different lab cultures, equipment platforms, and clinical workflows, all while maintaining a stable support framework to help you adapt quickly and thrive.
Role Specifics, Responsibilities, and Professional Growth: In this role, you will operate as a frontline Clinical Laboratory Scientist responsible for performing routine and specialized testing on a variety of clinical specimens across chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and automation platforms. You’ll ensure rigorous quality control and quality assurance, monitor instrument performance, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to method validations and process improvements. Your responsibilities will include interpreting results for accuracy, collaborating with pathologists and clinicians, and maintaining meticulous documentation that complies with CLIA and CAP standards. This position is designed to grow with you: you’ll have opportunities for cross-training on multiple platforms, exposure to state‑of‑the‑art analyzers, and pathways toward certification or leadership roles as you demonstrate reliability, initiative, and clinical judgment. The program emphasizes a strong support network that fosters learning, mentorship, and internal mobility, enabling you to build a durable, transferable skill set that enhances your long-term career trajectory.
Benefits, Add-ons, and Support: Our commitment goes beyond a paycheck. In addition to competitive weekly pay, you may qualify for a discretionary sign-on bonus, housing assistance, and extension opportunities to continue contributing beyond the initial assignment. We provide comprehensive support for travelers, including 24/7 assistance while you’re on assignment, a dedicated travel coordinator, and resources to assist with credentialing, scheduling, and clinical escalation as needed. You’ll also have access to health, dental, and retirement options, paid time off, and a culture that rewards initiative, accuracy, and teamwork. This combination of financial value, practical support, and professional enrichment is designed to help you perform at your best while feeling supported every step of the way.
Company Values and Career Empowerment: Our organization is built on a foundation of empowering staff and fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and quality care. We are committed to your ongoing career advancement, providing mentorship, targeted training, and opportunities to take on expanded responsibilities within a supportive, inclusive environment. By prioritizing your growth and well-being, we enable you to deliver exceptional service to patients while achieving personal and professional milestones.
Call to Action: If you’re ready to apply your Clinical Laboratory Scientist expertise in a dynamic travel setting that honors your professional aspirations and personal well-being, apply today. This unique opportunity begins 02/16/2026 and falls within a weeks-long assignment framework with a competitive weekly pay rate of $2,058–$2,074 and flexible extension potential. Fort Bragg’s beauty and community await, alongside the chance to broaden your experience across multiple U.S. sites. 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. There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours, but a robust support structure remains in place to help you succeed.
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Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
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TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.