CPT Medical Technologist Jobs

Medical Technologist CPT roles place you in hospital labs, reference labs, and clinical research settings where your coursework in clinical laboratory science directly supports the work. CPT authorization requires your DSO to confirm the position is an integral part of your degree program, so your job title, duties, and enrolled courses must align before you start.

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Open Jobs176+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type94% On-site
Median Salary$61K
Top LocationChicago, IL
Most JobsRush University Medical Center

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Brigham & Women'S Faulkner Hospital
Student Intern- Medical Assistant
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Brigham & Women'S Faulkner Hospital
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Student Intern- Medical Assistant
Brigham & Women'S Faulkner Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
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High School

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American Medical Association (AMA)
Medical Internship
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American Medical Association (AMA)
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Medical Internship
American Medical Association (AMA)
Menlo Park, California
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$30/hr - $45/hr
Hybrid
None
1,001-5,000

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Beacon Health System
Medical Assistant Intern Float
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Beacon Health System
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Medical Assistant Intern Float
Beacon Health System
South Bend, Indiana
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School
5,001-10,000

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Saint Luke's
Nursing Intern - Medical Surgical, Ortho
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Saint Luke's
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Nursing Intern - Medical Surgical, Ortho
Saint Luke's
Lees Summit, Missouri
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Allied Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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Sanford Bismarck
Summer Student Intern - Tracy Medical Center - PRN
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Sanford Bismarck
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Summer Student Intern - Tracy Medical Center - PRN
Sanford Bismarck
Tracy, Minnesota
$31,200/yr
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High School

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Medical Technologist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Medical Technologist CPT role need to match my exact major?

Your DSO must confirm the work is an integral part of your curriculum, so the position's duties need to map to coursework in your enrolled program. A clinical laboratory science or medical technology degree aligns directly. If your major is biology or biochemistry, you'll need a faculty letter or course description showing the lab work supports your degree requirements specifically.

Can I do CPT at a reference lab like Quest or LabCorp, or only at hospitals?

CPT authorization isn't limited to hospital settings. Reference labs, public health labs, research institutions, and physician office labs all qualify as long as your school approves the site and the duties connect to your curriculum. The key variable is whether your DSO accepts that employer type, not the employer's size or sector. Confirm your school's site approval process before accepting an offer.

What happens to my CPT authorization if my lab rotates me to a different department?

Your CPT I-20 authorization is tied to the specific employer and, in many cases, the specific role or department listed. If the lab reassigns you to a different specialty, like moving from hematology to microbiology, check with your DSO about whether a new CPT authorization is needed. Some schools require an updated I-20 for any material change in duties or location.

How do I find Medical Technologist employers who are experienced with CPT students?

Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified DOL filing history for clinical lab roles. Employers who've filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B visa or PERM for Medical Technologists are generally familiar with work authorization paperwork and less likely to withdraw an offer when they see your CPT employment authorization document.

Does completing CPT as a Medical Technologist affect my STEM OPT eligibility later?

CPT itself doesn't affect STEM OPT eligibility, but the duration of full-time CPT matters. Accumulating 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, including the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Medical technology programs classified under CIP codes tied to STEM designations do qualify for STEM OPT, so tracking your full-time CPT months against that threshold is critical before you accept a full-time position.