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Clinical Laboratory Technologist CPT jobs let you earn CLIA-regulated hands-on experience while your DSO keeps your I-20 current. Roles in clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology qualify when your program ties lab competencies directly to your coursework. Your authorization period must match your enrollment term.
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Gain hands-on clinical laboratory experience while completing your Allied Health Science education in a supportive healthcare environment. As a Lab Co-op at TriHealth, you'll work alongside experienced laboratory professionals, develop practical skills in waived and moderate complexity testing, and build the clinical training needed to pursue certification and future career opportunities.
Build your experience, pursue certification, and grow your laboratory career with TriHealth. Every shift is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and take the next step toward becoming a certified laboratory professional.
Location:
Bethesda North Hospital at 10500 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242
Work Schedule:
- PRN
- Optional Hours
- Day shift
- No weekend and holiday rotation
Incentives & Benefits:
This position is classified as PRN and is not eligible for TriHealth benefits.
Job Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an approved program for specific field of study in Allied Health (Required)
- Clinical training in an approved program as described above (Required)
Job Overview:
Students of Allied Health Science programs and/or their equivalent as defined by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) are required to obtain specific education, clinical training and experience to qualify to take a certification examination. This position allows them to assist with waived and moderate complexity testing to obtain such clinical training and experience. An individual agrees to a specific route (education and training) and the time in which they will complete this route when hired. Upon completion, they are eligible to apply for any open MT/MLT positions at TriHealth Laboratory locations as Registry-Eligible. This position is designed to encourage employees to obtain certification and to pursue Registered Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Registered Medical Technologist (MT)/Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) positions within our laboratory.
Job Responsibilities:
- Ability to Prioritize/Organize/Handle Quantity of Work
- Accuracy/Quality/Completeness of Work
- Complex Assignments Received/Delegated/Completed
- Judgement Skills/Problem Solving Skills
- Retrieving data. Wait a few seconds and try to cut or copy again.
Working Conditions:
Climbing - Rarely
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally
Pulling - Rarely
Pushing - Rarely
Reaching - Frequently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Consistently
Thinking/Reasoning -
Use of Hands - Consistently
Color Vision - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking – Frequently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:
Serve: ALWAYS...
- Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
- Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
- Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS...
- Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
- Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
- Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS...
- Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
- Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
- Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS...
- Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
- Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
- Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS...
- Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
- Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition.
Explore our career options to help you determine the type of job best for you as well as help narrow your search within our website. We look forward to you joining the TriHealth family!
Launch Your Laboratory Career at TriHealth
Gain hands-on clinical laboratory experience while completing your Allied Health Science education in a supportive healthcare environment. As a Lab Co-op at TriHealth, you'll work alongside experienced laboratory professionals, develop practical skills in waived and moderate complexity testing, and build the clinical training needed to pursue certification and future career opportunities.
Build your experience, pursue certification, and grow your laboratory career with TriHealth. Every shift is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and take the next step toward becoming a certified laboratory professional.
Location:
Bethesda North Hospital at 10500 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242
Work Schedule:
- PRN
- Optional Hours
- Day shift
- No weekend and holiday rotation
Incentives & Benefits:
This position is classified as PRN and is not eligible for TriHealth benefits.
Job Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an approved program for specific field of study in Allied Health (Required)
- Clinical training in an approved program as described above (Required)
Job Overview:
Students of Allied Health Science programs and/or their equivalent as defined by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) are required to obtain specific education, clinical training and experience to qualify to take a certification examination. This position allows them to assist with waived and moderate complexity testing to obtain such clinical training and experience. An individual agrees to a specific route (education and training) and the time in which they will complete this route when hired. Upon completion, they are eligible to apply for any open MT/MLT positions at TriHealth Laboratory locations as Registry-Eligible. This position is designed to encourage employees to obtain certification and to pursue Registered Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Registered Medical Technologist (MT)/Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) positions within our laboratory.
Job Responsibilities:
- Ability to Prioritize/Organize/Handle Quantity of Work
- Accuracy/Quality/Completeness of Work
- Complex Assignments Received/Delegated/Completed
- Judgement Skills/Problem Solving Skills
- Retrieving data. Wait a few seconds and try to cut or copy again.
Working Conditions:
Climbing - Rarely
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally
Pulling - Rarely
Pushing - Rarely
Reaching - Frequently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Consistently
Thinking/Reasoning -
Use of Hands - Consistently
Color Vision - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking – Frequently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:
Serve: ALWAYS...
- Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
- Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
- Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS...
- Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
- Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
- Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS...
- Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
- Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
- Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS...
- Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
- Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
- Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS...
- Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
- Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition.
Explore our career options to help you determine the type of job best for you as well as help narrow your search within our website. We look forward to you joining the TriHealth family!
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Get Access To All JobsClinical Laboratory Technologist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Clinical Laboratory Technologist work qualify for CPT?
Yes, provided your academic program includes a clinical practicum, lab science internship, or cooperative education component that the role satisfies. Your DSO evaluates whether the specific duties, such as running hematology panels or processing cultures, map to required coursework. Roles at CLIA-certified facilities in hospitals, reference labs, and public health departments typically qualify.
Can I do CPT at a hospital or reference lab as an F-1 student?
Yes. Hospitals, independent reference labs, and public health labs are all valid CPT sites as long as they hold a CLIA certificate and your school authorizes the placement. Some hospital systems are federal contractors enrolled in E-Verify, so bring your original I-20 and passport to your I-9 appointment. Your CPT end date must not exceed your program end date or enrollment term.
How do I find Clinical Laboratory Technologist CPT jobs with employers familiar with work authorization?
Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with LCA filing history in laboratory science occupations. Facilities that have previously filed LCAs understand work authorization paperwork and are less likely to stall your onboarding. Prioritize employers whose job postings specify ASCP or AMT certification requirements, since those labs generally have established HR processes for credentialed staff.
Does CPT affect my OPT eligibility for laboratory roles?
Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your post-completion OPT eligibility entirely, which matters if you plan to pursue H-1B visa sponsorship after graduation. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not affect OPT eligibility regardless of duration. Most students doing clinical lab rotations use part-time CPT to preserve that post-graduation option.
What credentials should I have before starting a CPT clinical lab position?
Most employers require or strongly prefer ASCP Board of Certification eligibility or an equivalent credential such as AMT. Some states have additional licensure requirements for laboratory personnel that apply regardless of visa status. Confirm your state's clinical laboratory personnel requirements before accepting an offer, since working without required state licensure can create compliance issues for both you and the employer.