Laboratory Technician Jobs in Missouri
Laboratory Technician jobs in Missouri are concentrated in healthcare systems, pharmaceutical manufacturing, environmental testing, and agricultural research, with demand at every level from entry-level clinical lab assistants to senior quality control specialists. The largest hiring activity clusters in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield, where institutions like BJC HealthCare, Children's Mercy Hospital, and Bayer's Missouri operations maintain consistent laboratory technician workforces. The most in-demand specialties are clinical chemistry, microbiology, and quality assurance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About Jordan Valley Health:
Jordan Valley Health (JH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVH strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.
Job Summary:
The Dental Laboratory Technician will be responsible for managing case workflow and processing digital cases using our case management software. The Dental Laboratory Technician will report directly to the Dental Lab Director and will be required to work closely with our dental clinics across Jordan Valley.
Key Responsibilities:
- Primary responsibility is managing case workflow and processing digital cases using our case management software.
- Knowledge in dental laboratory computer-aid software: 3Shape and Sprintray.
- Knowledge of dental prosthetic devices and related technologies.
- Experience with complete fabrication of quality denture products from start to finish.
- Experience in constructing, repairing, and relining dentures and partials.
- The ability to pass a hands-on skill assessment/bench test of upper and lower set up.
- Strong candidates show competencies in customer service, organization, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Work with Dental Providers and Clinic Managers to ensure all dental location Lab orders are placed and received in a timely manner.
- Perform routine and support dental laboratory procedures (i.e., pouring primary and final impressions, fabricating custom trays and bite rims, setting teeth for trial dentures/partials, polishing prosthesis, fabricating night guards, performing inventory of all dental laboratory materials, etc.)
- Ensuring quality control for case fabrication
Benefits Overview:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
- Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
- Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
- Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
- Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
- Pay on Demand Available
Holidays:
- Nine paid holidays per year.
Health Requirements:
All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVH career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Jordan Valley Health is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Required Qualifications:
- Previous Work experience in Dental Lab, dental prosthetic devices and related technologies.
- At least five years of experience as a dental laboratory technician.
Preferred Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
About Jordan Valley Health:
Jordan Valley Health (JH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVH strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.
Job Summary:
The Dental Laboratory Technician will be responsible for managing case workflow and processing digital cases using our case management software. The Dental Laboratory Technician will report directly to the Dental Lab Director and will be required to work closely with our dental clinics across Jordan Valley.
Key Responsibilities:
- Primary responsibility is managing case workflow and processing digital cases using our case management software.
- Knowledge in dental laboratory computer-aid software: 3Shape and Sprintray.
- Knowledge of dental prosthetic devices and related technologies.
- Experience with complete fabrication of quality denture products from start to finish.
- Experience in constructing, repairing, and relining dentures and partials.
- The ability to pass a hands-on skill assessment/bench test of upper and lower set up.
- Strong candidates show competencies in customer service, organization, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Work with Dental Providers and Clinic Managers to ensure all dental location Lab orders are placed and received in a timely manner.
- Perform routine and support dental laboratory procedures (i.e., pouring primary and final impressions, fabricating custom trays and bite rims, setting teeth for trial dentures/partials, polishing prosthesis, fabricating night guards, performing inventory of all dental laboratory materials, etc.)
- Ensuring quality control for case fabrication
Benefits Overview:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
- Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
- Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
- Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
- Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
- Pay on Demand Available
Holidays:
- Nine paid holidays per year.
Health Requirements:
All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVH career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Jordan Valley Health is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Required Qualifications:
- Previous Work experience in Dental Lab, dental prosthetic devices and related technologies.
- At least five years of experience as a dental laboratory technician.
Preferred Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
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Laboratory Technician Job Market in Missouri
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory technician jobs across Missouri.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology, biology, or a related science
- ASCP Board of Certification or AMT certification preferred or required by most Missouri employers
- Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation such as analyzers, centrifuges, and microscopes
- Familiarity with CLIA regulations and laboratory safety standards including OSHA bloodborne pathogen rules
- Proficiency in laboratory information systems and accurate specimen documentation practices
- Strong attention to detail with ability to follow standardized testing protocols and report results accurately
Laboratory Technician Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a laboratory technician in Missouri?
Missouri does not issue a separate state license for laboratory technicians, but most employers and federal CLIA regulations require nationally recognized certification. The most widely accepted credentials are through the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification or the American Medical Technologists. Most positions require at minimum an associate degree in clinical laboratory technology or a related science, and many Missouri community colleges and universities offer accredited programs that prepare graduates directly for certification exams.
How much do laboratory technicians make in Missouri?
Laboratory technicians in Missouri earn a median of about $50,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,800 for the lowest 10% to over $74,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire laboratory technicians in Missouri?
Companies currently hiring laboratory technicians in Missouri include CoxHealth, Washington University in St. Louis, and SSM Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's mix of large academic medical centers, regional hospital networks, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and environmental testing firms keeps demand for laboratory technicians broad and consistent across the state.
Which Missouri cities have the most laboratory technician jobs?
St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield account for the most laboratory technician openings in Missouri. St. Louis leads because of its dense concentration of hospital systems, biotech firms, and academic medical centers, while Kansas City's large regional health networks and agricultural research operations drive volume there, and Springfield's growing healthcare infrastructure anchors demand in the southwest corner of the state.
Are there remote laboratory technician jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. Most laboratory technician work is hands-on and tied to physical specimens, instruments, and regulated laboratory environments that cannot be replicated remotely. About 0% of laboratory technician openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in data review, laboratory information system management, or quality documentation roles rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a laboratory technician in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a phlebotomy or laboratory assistant role at a Missouri hospital or reference lab, which provides hands-on exposure while you complete or have recently completed an accredited program. Large Missouri systems like BJC HealthCare and Children's Mercy regularly post lab assistant and new-graduate medical laboratory technician positions that do not require prior professional experience. Earning your ASCP or AMT certification before applying, even without work history, gives candidates a meaningful edge over uncertified applicants in competitive Missouri markets.
Where can I find and apply to laboratory technician jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to laboratory technician jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, find the positions that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit your background.
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