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Per Diem Registered Nurse

Haverhill, MA

$45/hr

GLFHC is currently seeking per diem bilingual (English/Spanish) Registered Nurses. Registered ... Reviews lab results and determines next steps for care. * Triages walk-in patients and patients ...

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How much do per diem lab jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for per diem lab in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 laboratory professional typically 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Per Diem Lab Technician, and why are they important?

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 are Per Diem Lab jobs?

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 the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,516 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Medical Lab Assistant - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital - The Villages

Oxford, FL

$24/hr

Other

Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Overview

Position: Medical Lab Assistant

Location: Select Specialty Hospital- The Villages

Schedule: Per Diem/ PRN - must have every other weekend availability

Compensation: $24.00/hr.

Our hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust.

Why Join Us:

  • Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
  • Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
  • Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members.  Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.
  • Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, the Laboratory Assistant will be responsible for having a working knowledge of all pre-analytical processes of laboratory services provided by Select Medical, which may include, but is not limited to specimen processing and phlebotomy services.

  • Follows laboratory protocols for pre-analytical processes.
  • Adequately prepares specimens for send-out to reference lab testing.
  • Advises Lab Manager of malfunctioning equipment, LIS issues, and any unusual situations, occurrences, conditions, or reactions.
  • Performs venipuncture when necessary
  • Monitors venipuncture inventory and reports inadequacies to the Lab Manager.
  • Performs phlebotomist duties according to established standards, practices and procedures, while utilizing proper techniques and equipment in the performance of duties.
  • Follows appropriate PPE requirements while performing duties, gathers supplies and assembles equipment according to standards of practice, and assures equipment is clean and functioning properly.
  • Confirms patient identification using two identifiers, performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens as indicated on the test requisition.
  • Properly identifies and labels specimen(s) at the patient's bedside after matching patient label on the wristband to the patient label being affixed to the specimen.
  • Notifies the nursing staff regarding any issues or concerns noted prior to, during, and/or following the procedure, as well as any patient refusal and/or inability to obtain patient sample and documents accordingly.
  • Verifies specimen collection, centrifuges and processes specimens as needed.
Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

  • High School graduation or equivalent. 
  • BLS required.
  • Current certification from one of the following: the National Phlebotomy Association, American Medical Technologists, American Society for Clinical Pathology National Healthcareer Association, National Center for Competeny Testing, or other approved agencies.

Preferred qualifications that will make you successful:

  • One (1) year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.
Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Employment Type: OTHER

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