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Per Diem Lab Jobs in Rhode Island (NOW HIRING)

Cath Lab Tech

Woonsocket, RI · On-site

$2.1K - $2.9K/wk

... lab. Ensures procedure room is adequately prepared for the procedure. Monitors par level of all ... Per Diem Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity ...

Cath Lab Tech

Woonsocket, RI

$2.1K - $2.9K/wk

... lab. Ensures procedure room is adequately prepared for the procedure. Monitors par level of all ... DF3 Per Diem Days Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits ...

Cath Lab Tech

Woonsocket, RI · On-site

$2.1K - $2.9K/wk

... lab. Ensures procedure room is adequately prepared for the procedure. Monitors par level of all ... Per Diem Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity ...

registered nurse per diem

Providence, RI · On-site

$35.70 - $71.40/hr

Reviews lab results daily. Contact patients in a timely manner when results are abnormal ... Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure. * Maintains quality assurance ...

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What is the difference between Per Diem Lab vs Per Diem Medical Technologist?

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Per Diem Lab roles typically involve temporary, on-call laboratory work in clinical or hospital settings, focusing on specimen processing, testing, and reporting. Per Diem Medical Technologists perform similar duties but often require additional certifications like ASCP or AMT, and may have more responsibilities in interpreting results. Both roles are used in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs, with flexible scheduling based on staffing needs.

How does a per diem lab professional integrate with full-time staff and adapt to varying laboratory protocols?

Per diem laboratory professionals often work in multiple settings and must quickly adapt to different laboratory protocols, equipment, and team dynamics. They are expected to collaborate effectively with permanent staff, responding flexibly to changes in workload and priorities. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to learn new procedures rapidly, and a proactive approach to ensuring quality and compliance in diverse environments. Being adaptable and approachable helps per diem staff build rapport and maintain efficient workflow within different teams.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a per diem lab technician?

To thrive as a Per Diem Lab Technician, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, specimen handling, and medical terminology, typically supported by an associate degree in a laboratory science or a related certification. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), automated analyzers, and quality control protocols is often required. Attention to detail, time management, and strong communication skills help ensure efficiency and accuracy in a fast-paced, flexible work environment. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining high standards of testing accuracy and supporting consistent patient care across varying shifts.

What is a per diem lab?

Per Diem Lab jobs are laboratory positions where employees work on an as-needed basis, rather than as full-time or part-time staff. These roles are common in healthcare and medical labs, where fluctuating workloads require flexible staffing. Per diem lab workers may cover shifts during busy periods, staff absences, or special projects. This arrangement offers flexibility for both the employer and the employee, but hours and benefits may vary compared to regular positions.
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Infographic showing various Per Diem Lab job openings in Rhode Island as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Polysomnographic Technician (Per Diem)

Care New England Health System

Warwick, RI

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Job description

Job Summary

Performs the duties of a Sleep Lab Technician, scores sleep record of patient and prepares for physician interpretation.  

Duties & Responsibilities

Performs duties of a Sleep lab Technician and evaluates PSG and MSLT recordings. Generates computerized PSG report.Interprets raw data: score polysomnogram for sleep stages using standardized criteria, compute parameters to include sleep latency, sleep efficiency and percentage of sleep stages, analyze apneas and arousals (muscle and spontaneous). 

Determine heart rate ranges for waking and sleeping stages. Identify and quantify abnormalities in cardiac activity and respiration. Identifies normal/abnormal patterns, artifacts and sleep/wake stages.

Assist with marketing the sleep lab to the outside community and staff physicians.  Provides information to the medical staff with regard to test capabilities and requirements in order to increase medical staff knowledge of polysomnographic testing. Provides in-service education to sleep lab staff.   Perform all other related duties as assigned.                                                                             

Requirements

Vocational/technical training and a minimum of one year's job-related experience or equivalent is required. Registered Polysomnography technologist certification is also required.  

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation's top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

Employment Type: PER_DIEM

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