Lab Technician Jobs in Florida

Lab Technician jobs in Florida are concentrated in healthcare, clinical diagnostics, environmental testing, and pharmaceutical manufacturing, with demand at every level from entry-level medical lab assistants to experienced clinical laboratory scientists. The most active hiring is in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, where large employers like AdventHealth, HCA Florida Healthcare, and Quest Diagnostics maintain a consistent presence. The most in-demand specialties are clinical chemistry, microbiology, and blood banking. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles81
Top employerUF Health
Top cityMiami, FL
Cities hiring48
Work type93% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Hillsborough Community College
Part-Time Lab Technician
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Hillsborough Community College
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Part-Time Lab Technician
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Dental Lab Technician
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Dental Lab Technician
ph dental
Palm Harbor, Florida
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
On-Site

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Pace Analytical Services LLC
Lab Technician 1
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Lab Technician 1
Pace Analytical Services LLC
Ormond Beach, Florida
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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UF Health
GI Lab Technician
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UF Health
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GI Lab Technician
UF Health
Jacksonville, Florida
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Quest Diagnostics
Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician I) - Overnight Shift
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Quest Diagnostics
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Lab Assistant (Specimen Technician I) - Overnight Shift
Quest Diagnostics
Tampa, Florida
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Data Analytics
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Lab Technician Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Tampa
6 jobs
Sarasota
4 jobs
Orlando
3 jobs
Daytona Beach
3 jobs
West Palm Beach
3 jobs
Melbourne
2 jobs
Dania Beach
2 jobs
Gainesville
2 jobs

Lab Technician Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

UF Health
UF Health3 open roles
ECS Limited
ECS Limited3 open roles
Evolution Research
Evolution Research3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in lab technician jobs across Florida.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, biology, or a related field
  • ASCP Board of Certification or equivalent nationally recognized laboratory credential
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment such as analyzers, centrifuges, and microscopes
  • Proficiency in specimen collection, processing, and handling under established safety protocols
  • Familiarity with laboratory information systems and electronic health record documentation
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow CLIA and CAP quality control standards

Lab Technician Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a lab technician in Florida?

Florida does not require a state-issued license for most lab technician roles, but employers consistently require a nationally recognized credential such as the Medical Laboratory Technician certification from the ASCP Board of Certification. The typical path is completing an accredited associate degree program in clinical laboratory technology, then passing the MLT(ASCP) exam. Larger Florida hospital systems and reference labs, including those operating under CLIA-regulated facilities, treat this credential as a practical requirement for hiring.

Which companies hire lab technicians in Florida?

Florida lab technician roles are posted by UF Health, ECS Limited, and Evolution Research and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's large hospital networks, independent reference laboratories, and pharmaceutical manufacturers in the Tampa Bay and Miami corridors are among the most consistent sources of lab technician openings across the state.

Which Florida cities have the most lab technician jobs?

Miami, Tampa, and Sarasota are the Florida cities with the most lab technician openings. Miami's concentration of major hospital systems and reference labs drives volume in South Florida, while Tampa's pharmaceutical and clinical research sector and Orlando's rapidly expanding healthcare infrastructure sustain steady demand in the central and west coast corridors.

Are there remote lab technician jobs in Florida?

Yes, but they're rare. About 7% of lab technician openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, equipment-dependent nature of most lab work. The roles most likely to offer any remote component are those focused on data review, laboratory information systems administration, or quality assurance documentation rather than direct specimen handling.

How can I get hired as a lab technician in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a lab assistant or phlebotomist role at a Florida hospital or reference laboratory, then moving into a technician position once you complete your credential. AdventHealth and HCA Florida Healthcare both run new-graduate pathways and on-the-job training programs at multiple Florida campuses. Community college clinical laboratory technology programs across the state, including at Miami Dade College and Hillsborough Community College, place graduates directly into employer-partnered externship sites that frequently convert to full-time hires.

Where can I find and apply to lab technician jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to lab technician jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across clinical, environmental, and research settings. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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