Entry Level Laboratory Technician Jobs
New grad laboratory technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, with employers like ECS Limited, Inova Health, and The Queen's Medical Center hiring at this level now.
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PRIMARY LOCATION
Sturgis, SD USA
DEPARTMENT
STH Laboratory
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
0
STARTING PAY RATE RANGE
$23.71 - $39.53
Medical Laboratory Technician - SD $23.71-$29.64, Medical Laboratory Scientist - SD $31.62-$39.53
(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)
JOB SUMMARY
It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day at Monument Health. As a Medical Laboratory MLT/MLS/MT at Monument Health, you will be valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care. You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and—most importantly—a life-changing career. You will make a difference. Every day.
As a Medical Laboratory MLT/MLS/MT, your focus will be to collect, prepare, and perform a variety of routine laboratory tests, with varying complexity. You will assist in department procedures, including quality assurance, proficiency testing, calibrations, and complete related laboratory duties and supervise new caregivers in the department. Each day you will be demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction, professionalism, and safety.
Our vision at Monument Health is to be one team, to listen, to be inclusive, and to show we care. To do the right thing. Every time. If you share this philosophy, we hope you’ll join us.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Collects and prepares biological specimens for analyses using appropriate techniques and maintains the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test being performed.
- Determines acceptability of specimens within established guidelines, avoiding hemolysis, QNS, and wrong anticoagulant use.
- Performs all applicable testing with quality, speed, and accuracy according to established protocols and procedures. Evaluates specimen integrity and ascertains suitability for testing.
- Performs test analysis and reports test results in a timely manner meeting the expectations of physicians.
- Ensures prompt reporting of patient results for assigned department. Investigates problems involving collection, result reporting, and turn-around-time.
- Organizes department workload for maximum efficiency.
- Evaluates and interprets test results according to individual test specifications, performing necessary calculations; applies laboratory results to disease and/or patient therapy.
- Ensures initial calibration and standardization of equipment by applying criteria of acceptable functions and performance limits (i.e., precision, reproducibility, accuracy).
- Answers telephone promptly and courteously, identifying self and section. Demonstrates good judgment in directing phone calls/questions to appropriate section.
- Ensures smooth transition of duties within current shift and for oncoming shift by receiving pertinent information and conveying to other Healthcare personnel accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrates the willingness and ability to instruct other staff and students.
- All other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Required:
Education - Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Associates degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science. Or high school graduate or equivalent and have successfully completed an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks duration and have held the military enlisted occupation specialty of medical laboratory specialist (laboratory technician)
Certification - Medical Lab Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technology (AMT), or Military Laboratory Specialist
Preferred:
Education - Bachelors degree in chemical, physical, or biologic Sciences or Clinical Laboratory Science
Certification - Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)/American Medical Technology (AMT) or Health and Human Services (HEW)
Experience - 1+ years of Laboratory Experience
Physical Requirements:
Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.
JOB CATEGORY
Diagnostics
JOB FAMILY
Laboratory
SHIFT
Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department
EMPLOYEE TYPE
PRN
Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
PRIMARY LOCATION
Sturgis, SD USA
DEPARTMENT
STH Laboratory
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
0
STARTING PAY RATE RANGE
$23.71 - $39.53
Medical Laboratory Technician - SD $23.71-$29.64, Medical Laboratory Scientist - SD $31.62-$39.53
(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)
JOB SUMMARY
It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day at Monument Health. As a Medical Laboratory MLT/MLS/MT at Monument Health, you will be valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care. You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and—most importantly—a life-changing career. You will make a difference. Every day.
As a Medical Laboratory MLT/MLS/MT, your focus will be to collect, prepare, and perform a variety of routine laboratory tests, with varying complexity. You will assist in department procedures, including quality assurance, proficiency testing, calibrations, and complete related laboratory duties and supervise new caregivers in the department. Each day you will be demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction, professionalism, and safety.
Our vision at Monument Health is to be one team, to listen, to be inclusive, and to show we care. To do the right thing. Every time. If you share this philosophy, we hope you’ll join us.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Collects and prepares biological specimens for analyses using appropriate techniques and maintains the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test being performed.
- Determines acceptability of specimens within established guidelines, avoiding hemolysis, QNS, and wrong anticoagulant use.
- Performs all applicable testing with quality, speed, and accuracy according to established protocols and procedures. Evaluates specimen integrity and ascertains suitability for testing.
- Performs test analysis and reports test results in a timely manner meeting the expectations of physicians.
- Ensures prompt reporting of patient results for assigned department. Investigates problems involving collection, result reporting, and turn-around-time.
- Organizes department workload for maximum efficiency.
- Evaluates and interprets test results according to individual test specifications, performing necessary calculations; applies laboratory results to disease and/or patient therapy.
- Ensures initial calibration and standardization of equipment by applying criteria of acceptable functions and performance limits (i.e., precision, reproducibility, accuracy).
- Answers telephone promptly and courteously, identifying self and section. Demonstrates good judgment in directing phone calls/questions to appropriate section.
- Ensures smooth transition of duties within current shift and for oncoming shift by receiving pertinent information and conveying to other Healthcare personnel accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrates the willingness and ability to instruct other staff and students.
- All other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Required:
Education - Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Associates degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science. Or high school graduate or equivalent and have successfully completed an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks duration and have held the military enlisted occupation specialty of medical laboratory specialist (laboratory technician)
Certification - Medical Lab Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technology (AMT), or Military Laboratory Specialist
Preferred:
Education - Bachelors degree in chemical, physical, or biologic Sciences or Clinical Laboratory Science
Certification - Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)/American Medical Technology (AMT) or Health and Human Services (HEW)
Experience - 1+ years of Laboratory Experience
Physical Requirements:
Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.
JOB CATEGORY
Diagnostics
JOB FAMILY
Laboratory
SHIFT
Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department
EMPLOYEE TYPE
PRN
Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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Entry Level Laboratory Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level laboratory technician job?
Focus on hands-on experience from coursework, internships, or volunteer lab work, and highlight specific techniques you can perform, such as pipetting, sample preparation, or equipment calibration. Employers at this level look for attention to detail, familiarity with lab safety protocols, and a relevant degree or certification in a science field. A strong academic record and any documented lab hours give you a real edge.
Which companies hire entry level laboratory technicians?
Companies hiring entry level laboratory technicians right now include ECS Limited, Inova Health, and The Queen's Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Employers at this level range from hospital and clinical labs to pharmaceutical manufacturers, environmental testing firms, and university research centers, many of which actively recruit candidates directly out of degree or certificate programs.
Are there remote entry level laboratory technician jobs?
Yes, though most laboratory technician work is hands-on and requires an on-site presence. About 1% of entry level laboratory technician openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve data entry, lab reporting, or quality documentation rather than bench work. On-site roles remain the clear majority at this level.
Are these new grad laboratory technician jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior laboratory technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward that requirement, or accepts a relevant degree or portfolio in place of full professional experience. Searching for new grad openings here surfaces exactly those kinds of entry points into the field.
Which industries hire the most entry level laboratory technicians?
Entry Level laboratory technician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on large teams of technicians to handle routine testing, sample analysis, and quality control work that does not require years of specialized experience to perform.