CPT Laboratory Assistant Jobs
Laboratory Assistant jobs on CPT let F-1 students apply classroom science directly in research, clinical, or industrial lab settings. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must connect to your enrolled degree program. Part-time CPT keeps your full-time OPT eligibility intact after graduation.
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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 JobsLaboratory Assistant CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Laboratory Assistant role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the lab work is an integral part of your enrolled curriculum. Roles involving specimen preparation, equipment operation, data recording, or research support in a field that matches your declared major typically qualify. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring the job description and connect it explicitly to your coursework before they update your I-20.
Can I work in a clinical or hospital lab on CPT?
You can, but clinical lab positions may require additional credentialing steps beyond CPT authorization. Some hospitals require proof of immunization records, HIPAA training, or a background check before your start date. None of these affect your F-1 status, but they can delay onboarding, so ask HR for the full pre-employment checklist before accepting the offer.
How do I find Laboratory Assistant employers who accept CPT?
Search for Laboratory Assistant roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with F-1 hiring history. University research departments, pharmaceutical companies, environmental testing labs, and hospital systems are the most active CPT employers in this field. Filtering by work authorization type helps you avoid applying to positions that require existing H-1B visa or OPT status.
Does CPT for a Laboratory Assistant role affect my future OPT?
Part-time CPT, meaning 20 hours or fewer per week, has no effect on your OPT eligibility regardless of how long you work. Full-time CPT totaling 12 or more months eliminates your post-completion OPT entirely. If you're working in the lab more than 20 hours per week, track your cumulative full-time CPT hours carefully throughout your program.
Can I switch lab employers mid-semester while on CPT?
You can change employers, but each new employer requires a separate CPT authorization on an updated I-20. Your previous CPT authorization is tied to the specific employer listed by your DSO. Switching labs mid-semester means returning to your DSO, providing the new job offer letter, and waiting for an updated I-20 before you can begin work at the new location.