Lab Technician Jobs in Kentucky
Lab Technician jobs in Kentucky are in consistent demand, with steady hiring across healthcare systems, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and environmental testing facilities at every level from entry-level associate to senior quality control specialist. Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green are the state's strongest hiring centers, where employers like Baptist Health, Lexmark International, and Humana maintain ongoing lab staffing needs. Clinical chemistry, microbiology, and quality assurance testing are the most sought-after specialties in Kentucky's current market. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerLake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Top cityLouisville, KY
Cities hiring20
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare
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Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Acute
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Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Acute
Somerset, Kentucky
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Medical Lab Technician (MLT) PRN, Acute
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Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Medical Lab Technician (MLT) PRN, Acute
Somerset, Kentucky
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Pace Analytical Services LLC
Lab Technician 1
Madisonville, Kentucky
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Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician PRN, Evenings, As Needed
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Norton Healthcare
Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician PRN, Evenings, As Needed
Louisville, Kentucky
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Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician PRN, Days, As Needed
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Norton Healthcare
Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician PRN, Days, As Needed
Louisville, Kentucky
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Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Acute
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital·Somerset, Kentucky
Job functions:
Associate of Applied Science
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Acute
Medical Lab Technician
Full-Time / Days
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.
Connect with a Recruiter
Please contact Melissa Gilbert by emailing melissa.gilbert@lifepointhealth.net , texting 615-324-9804, or schedule a time for me to call you by clicking the link below.
https://bit.ly/Mgilbert
Where We Are:
The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events to the community.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Position Summary:
A Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states.
- Maintains laboratory records.
- Follows laboratory policies and procedures, as well as maintains quality control practices in the laboratory.
- Performs common testing procedures and reports test results.
- Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Performs quality control testing.
- Maintains supplies needed for performance of tests.
What we are looking for:
- Associate of Applied Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology, chemistry, Biology or Science and certified as a MLT (AMT, ASCP, or NCA).(OR) Medical Laboratory Technician performing high complexity testing, who graduated on or after April 24, 1995: Must have an associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Science.(OR) Medical Laboratory Technicians who graduated before April, 24, 1995: Must have graduated from an approved or accredited medical laboratory or clinical laboratory training program or have successful completed at least 50 weeks official US military medical laboratory procedures course and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician).(OR) Education and training equivalent to an associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology:- Education - 60 semester hours including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses (6 hours of chemistry; 6 hours of biology, and 12 hours in chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology, or any combination).- Training - Either completion of an approved/accredited clinical laboratory training program, which may be included in the 60 semester hours specified above or at least three months of documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
- Laboratory experience preferred.
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. ust be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
- Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
EEOC Statement:
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Acute
Somerset, Kentucky
Added 1d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
Associate of Applied Science
Job Description
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Acute
Medical Lab Technician
Full-Time / Days
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.
Connect with a Recruiter
Please contact Melissa Gilbert by emailing melissa.gilbert@lifepointhealth.net , texting 615-324-9804, or schedule a time for me to call you by clicking the link below.
https://bit.ly/Mgilbert
Where We Are:
The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events to the community.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Position Summary:
A Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states.
- Maintains laboratory records.
- Follows laboratory policies and procedures, as well as maintains quality control practices in the laboratory.
- Performs common testing procedures and reports test results.
- Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Performs quality control testing.
- Maintains supplies needed for performance of tests.
What we are looking for:
- Associate of Applied Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology, chemistry, Biology or Science and certified as a MLT (AMT, ASCP, or NCA).(OR) Medical Laboratory Technician performing high complexity testing, who graduated on or after April 24, 1995: Must have an associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Science.(OR) Medical Laboratory Technicians who graduated before April, 24, 1995: Must have graduated from an approved or accredited medical laboratory or clinical laboratory training program or have successful completed at least 50 weeks official US military medical laboratory procedures course and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician).(OR) Education and training equivalent to an associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology:- Education - 60 semester hours including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses (6 hours of chemistry; 6 hours of biology, and 12 hours in chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology, or any combination).- Training - Either completion of an approved/accredited clinical laboratory training program, which may be included in the 60 semester hours specified above or at least three months of documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
- Laboratory experience preferred.
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. ust be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
- Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
EEOC Statement:
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
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Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.
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1 jobLeitchfield
1 jobShelbyville
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1 jobLab Technician Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lab technician jobs across Kentucky.
- ASCP or AMT certification recognized by Kentucky clinical and hospital lab employers
- Associate or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, biology, or chemistry
- Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment, sample processing, and accurate recordkeeping
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems and standard quality control procedures
- Ability to follow OSHA safety protocols and maintain proper specimen handling practices
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately under time pressure
Lab Technician Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a lab technician in Kentucky?
Most Kentucky employers require an associate degree in clinical laboratory technology or a related science field, followed by national certification through ASCP or AMT. Kentucky does not issue its own state lab technician license, so national certification is the recognized standard for clinical roles. Graduates from accredited programs at institutions like Jefferson Community and Technical College or Eastern Kentucky University are well-positioned for entry-level openings across the state's hospital and reference lab networks.
Which companies hire lab technicians in Kentucky?
Companies currently hiring lab technicians in Kentucky include Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, GE Appliances, and Norton Healthcare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Kentucky's mix of large hospital systems, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and environmental testing firms keeps demand for lab technicians active across multiple industries statewide.
Which Kentucky cities have the most lab technician jobs?
Louisville, Winchester, and Somerset are the Kentucky cities with the most lab technician openings, driven primarily by the concentration of major hospital systems, pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, and reference laboratory facilities in those metros. Louisville alone accounts for a significant share of clinical lab positions given its dense network of acute care hospitals and health system headquarters.
Are there remote lab technician jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're rare. Lab technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical access to specimens, equipment, and controlled environments. About 0% of lab technician openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those roles tend to be in data review, laboratory information systems support, or quality documentation rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a lab technician in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a lab assistant or specimen processor role at a Kentucky hospital system, which requires minimal credentials and provides direct exposure to clinical workflows. Baptist Health and Norton Healthcare in Louisville, as well as UK HealthCare in Lexington, regularly bring on candidates without prior lab experience for support roles that develop into full technician positions. Completing an ASCP student membership and a phlebotomy or medical assistant certification significantly improves your candidacy before your first application.
Where can I find and apply to lab technician jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to lab technician jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings from employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly.
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