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Clinical Laboratory Technologist jobs are open across hospitals, reference laboratories, public health agencies, and outpatient clinics, at every level from entry-level to lead and supervisory, with specializations in microbiology, hematology, and molecular diagnostics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Performs clinical laboratory procedures, examinations and other tests pursuant to established protocols including maintaining equipment and records, and performing quality assurance activities related to examination performance requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility.
Job Responsibility
- Performs assays of biological specimens according to established policies and procedures, utilizing specific instruments, equipment, reagents and techniques.
- Reviews and reports results. Maintains proper documentation of action taken; alerts supervisor to problems and/or unusual or critical results as they occur.
- Maintains equipment in operating condition by performing routine preventive maintenance, including start-up and shut-down procedures of major instruments; maintains proper documentation of these procedures.
- Performs and documents Quality Control Procedures and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual; follows the Laboratory’s policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the Laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance; maintains cleanliness of workbench and surrounding area and follows established safety and infection control procedures.
- Treats proficiency test samples, with respect to receipt and analysis, in the same manner as patients’ specimens; performs special test procedure as directed.
- Identifies, corrects and reports to management problems that may adversely affect test performance or results reporting.
- Documents corrective action taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
- Troubleshoots equipment as necessary to correct malfunction.
- Maintains proper documentation of action taken.
- Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Job Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Current License to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
- 0-1 years of technical experience, required.
- Additional Salary Detail
Performs clinical laboratory procedures, examinations and other tests pursuant to established protocols including maintaining equipment and records, and performing quality assurance activities related to examination performance requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility.
Job Responsibility
- Performs assays of biological specimens according to established policies and procedures, utilizing specific instruments, equipment, reagents and techniques.
- Reviews and reports results. Maintains proper documentation of action taken; alerts supervisor to problems and/or unusual or critical results as they occur.
- Maintains equipment in operating condition by performing routine preventive maintenance, including start-up and shut-down procedures of major instruments; maintains proper documentation of these procedures.
- Performs and documents Quality Control Procedures and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual; follows the Laboratory’s policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the Laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance; maintains cleanliness of workbench and surrounding area and follows established safety and infection control procedures.
- Treats proficiency test samples, with respect to receipt and analysis, in the same manner as patients’ specimens; performs special test procedure as directed.
- Identifies, corrects and reports to management problems that may adversely affect test performance or results reporting.
- Documents corrective action taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
- Troubleshoots equipment as necessary to correct malfunction.
- Maintains proper documentation of action taken.
- Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Job Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Current License to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
- 0-1 years of technical experience, required.
- Additional Salary Detail
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Who's Hiring
- Labcorp48
- NeoGenomics10
- Stony Brook University Medical Center7
- NeoGenomics Laboratories6
- Memorial Healthcare System5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services26
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals23
- Education1
- Medical Devices1
- Science & Research1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical laboratory technologist jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or a related field
- ASCP, AMT, or equivalent national certification upon hire or within a defined period
- Proficiency with automated analyzers and laboratory information systems
- Experience performing testing in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, or blood bank
- Knowledge of CLIA regulations, quality control procedures, and accreditation standards
- Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Tips for Your Clinical Laboratory Technologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the analyzer
List the specific analyzers and laboratory information systems you've operated, such as Sysmex, Abbott Architect, or Epic Beaker. Hiring managers scan for instrument names because training time is a real cost, and matching their equipment signals you can contribute from day one.
Clarify your certification prominently
Place your ASCP or AMT certification and its status right below your name. Some postings distinguish between MT and MLT roles, and a buried credential causes your application to be filtered out before a human reads your experience.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical laboratory technologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by shift and department
Filter openings by second or third shift if you're flexible, since those positions attract fewer applicants. Blood bank and microbiology departments also tend to post separately from general lab roles, so search those terms directly rather than only the broad job title.
Prepare for competency-based interview questions
Interviewers typically ask you to walk through how you handle critical value reporting or a quality control failure. Practice a concise answer that names the specific protocol you followed, the action you took, and the outcome, using a real scenario from your bench experience.
Negotiate shift differentials alongside base pay
Evening, overnight, and weekend differentials are a meaningful part of total compensation in laboratory roles. Ask during the offer stage what the differential rate is for the scheduled hours before comparing offers from different employers.
Clinical Laboratory Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical laboratory technologists?
The companies hiring the most clinical laboratory technologists right now include Labcorp, NeoGenomics, and Stony Brook University Medical Center, with the largest share of openings in New York, Florida, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large health systems and national reference lab networks consistently post the highest volume of openings year-round.
How many clinical laboratory technologist jobs are remote?
About 31% of clinical laboratory technologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is low compared to most healthcare roles because most testing requires physical bench work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote arrangements include laboratory data review, informatics, quality assurance, and technical consultation positions rather than direct specimen processing roles.
How do you become a clinical laboratory technologist?
You earn an associate or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, or a closely related biological science. After completing the required clinical practicum hours embedded in your program, you sit for a national certification exam through ASCP or AMT. Most employers require certification at hire or within a short window after starting, so scheduling the exam before job searching gives you a competitive edge.
How do you get hired as a clinical laboratory technologist with little experience?
Highlight the specific instruments and testing departments covered during your clinical rotations, since those hours count as real laboratory exposure even without paid work history. Applying to per-diem or part-time openings at smaller reference labs or outpatient draw sites is often more accessible for new graduates than full-time hospital positions. Phlebotomy or laboratory assistant experience in any setting also strengthens your application meaningfully.
What does the clinical laboratory technologist interview process look like?
Most processes begin with a phone screen from HR covering your certification status, shift availability, and general background. A second round typically involves a technical interview with a laboratory manager or lead technologist who asks about your experience in specific departments and how you handle quality control failures or critical value situations. Some employers include a brief practical or written competency assessment before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to clinical laboratory technologist jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical laboratory technologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification, department experience, and preferred shift, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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