H-1B Visa Medical Technologist Jobs
Medical Technologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because USCIS requires at least a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or a related field. Most hospital and reference lab employers sponsor H-1B visa petitions, and the occupation's consistent shortage classification keeps sponsorship common across health systems nationwide.
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Green location
Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families, commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization, and competitive pay and benefits.
Summary:
Performs a variety of laboratory procedures under supervision, following procedures and instructions as outlined in procedure manual(s) using standard and specialized techniques, instrumentation, and equipment on a wide variety of biological specimens to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Exercises professional judgment in order to recognize, prioritize, and facilitate varying test requests and workload in an efficient manner. Performs duties defined under CLIA role of Technical Consultant, Technical Supervisor, and General Supervisor if delegated.
Formal Education Required:
a. Bachelor of Science degree listing one of the required areas of study (Biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science). If degree does not list area of study, transcripts must be submitted for equivalency evaluation. Acceptable transcripts must include:
i. Sixty (60) semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination,
AND
ii. Completed one (1) year in an approved program or equivalent with an accredited recognized agency or organization (e.g. ASCP, AMT, Summa Lab Tech 1 training program, etc.).
Certifications:
a. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), or Categorical certification in area of experience from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
OR
b. Recent graduates from an accredited program with registry eligibility for certification listed above in 2a.
i. Registry eligible staff must obtain certification within 15 months of hire/promotion into Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technologist position.
Experience & Training Required:
a. Ability to read, comprehend, and follow detailed laboratory procedures, protocols, and instructions.
b. Use of computers or ability to acquire such skills to operate application packages used by department.
c. Minimum of 12 continuing education credits are required to be completed each calendar year for continued employment.
Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:
a. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, identify, and correct technical problems.
b. Ability to work under stress, communicate test results to physicians, nursing units, and/or other authorized personnel in a professional fashion.
c. Assumes accountability for demonstrating behaviors consistent with the expectations defined in the employee handbook, HR, and departmental policies.
d. Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity.
e. Demonstrates annual successful completion of all regulatory required testing related competencies.
Level of Physical Demands:
a. Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or ten to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force continuously to move objects.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
$33.41/hr - $40.10/hr
The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.
Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.
- Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Supplemental Life and AD&D
- Dependent Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent Care
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Education Assistance
- Daily Pay
Full-time / 40 hours per week / 2nd shift
Green location
Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families, commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization, and competitive pay and benefits.
Summary:
Performs a variety of laboratory procedures under supervision, following procedures and instructions as outlined in procedure manual(s) using standard and specialized techniques, instrumentation, and equipment on a wide variety of biological specimens to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Exercises professional judgment in order to recognize, prioritize, and facilitate varying test requests and workload in an efficient manner. Performs duties defined under CLIA role of Technical Consultant, Technical Supervisor, and General Supervisor if delegated.
Formal Education Required:
a. Bachelor of Science degree listing one of the required areas of study (Biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science). If degree does not list area of study, transcripts must be submitted for equivalency evaluation. Acceptable transcripts must include:
i. Sixty (60) semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination,
AND
ii. Completed one (1) year in an approved program or equivalent with an accredited recognized agency or organization (e.g. ASCP, AMT, Summa Lab Tech 1 training program, etc.).
Certifications:
a. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), or Categorical certification in area of experience from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
OR
b. Recent graduates from an accredited program with registry eligibility for certification listed above in 2a.
i. Registry eligible staff must obtain certification within 15 months of hire/promotion into Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technologist position.
Experience & Training Required:
a. Ability to read, comprehend, and follow detailed laboratory procedures, protocols, and instructions.
b. Use of computers or ability to acquire such skills to operate application packages used by department.
c. Minimum of 12 continuing education credits are required to be completed each calendar year for continued employment.
Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:
a. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, identify, and correct technical problems.
b. Ability to work under stress, communicate test results to physicians, nursing units, and/or other authorized personnel in a professional fashion.
c. Assumes accountability for demonstrating behaviors consistent with the expectations defined in the employee handbook, HR, and departmental policies.
d. Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity.
e. Demonstrates annual successful completion of all regulatory required testing related competencies.
Level of Physical Demands:
a. Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or ten to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force continuously to move objects.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
$33.41/hr - $40.10/hr
The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.
Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.
- Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Supplemental Life and AD&D
- Dependent Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent Care
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Education Assistance
- Daily Pay
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Medical Technologist
Verify your ASCP credential before applying
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize Medical Technologist petitions closely. Having your ASCP Board of Certification or equivalent credential in hand before you apply strengthens the specialty occupation argument and reduces the chance of a Request for Evidence.
Target health systems with H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified LCA filing history for clinical laboratory roles. Health systems filing consistently for Medical Technologists signal an in-house HR process already familiar with the petition requirements.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating an offer
Your employer must certify an LCA at the correct DOL wage level. Run your specific job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know which wage tier applies to your role.
Ask about cap-exempt employer eligibility early
Hospitals affiliated with a university or nonprofit research institution may qualify as cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition can be filed outside the annual lottery. Confirm the employer's cap-exempt status during the offer stage, not after signing.
Align your start date with the October 1 cap window
If you're subject to the H-1B cap, USCIS only accepts petitions starting April 1 for an October 1 employment start. Build your job search timeline backward from that window so your offer, LCA, and filing dates align without a gap in authorization.
Document clinical hours to support specialty occupation
Some RFEs for Medical Technologist petitions challenge whether the role meets the specialty occupation standard. Collect official job descriptions, degree requirement language from the employer's own postings, and your O*NET occupation profile to support the filing.
H-1B Visa Medical Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Medical Technologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS recognizes Medical Technologist as a specialty occupation because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or a closely related biological science. If the employer's job description lists a bachelor's degree in a specific field as a minimum requirement, the role meets the specialty occupation threshold. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to qualify.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Medical Technologists?
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, national reference laboratories, and federally qualified health centers file the most LCA petitions for Medical Technologist roles. Academic medical centers and nonprofit hospital affiliates sometimes qualify as cap-exempt employers, which removes the lottery requirement entirely. You can search employers with verified filing history for this occupation directly on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if my hospital employer is acquired or restructured?
A corporate acquisition or merger that results in a successor-in-interest employer may allow H-1B status to continue without a new petition if the terms and conditions of employment stay materially the same. If the acquiring entity is not a successor-in-interest, your employer must file an amended H-1B petition before the change takes effect. Confirm the legal structure of any transaction with your employer's immigration counsel immediately.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Medical Technologist position at a different hospital?
Yes, through H-1B portability. Once USCIS has approved or has pending a valid H-1B petition for you, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as that employer files a new H-1B transfer petition on your behalf. You don't need to wait for approval before starting, but the new employer must file before your current authorized period ends.
Does my state laboratory license affect H-1B sponsorship eligibility?
State licensure requirements vary. Some states require Medical Technologists to hold a state-issued clinical laboratory license in addition to ASCP certification. If your state has a licensure requirement, USCIS expects the employer's H-1B petition to address it. An employer who files before your state license is issued may need to include evidence that you meet all other requirements and are actively pursuing licensure.