Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Minnesota
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth, where anchor institutions like Mayo Clinic, M Health Fairview, and Allina Health maintain consistent hiring across clinical chemistry, microbiology, and blood banking. Demand holds strong at every level, from new-graduate generalists to senior specialists in molecular diagnostics and immunology, making Minnesota one of the more active markets in the upper Midwest. Opportunities appear across hospital reference labs, outpatient clinics, and public health settings statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Regions Hospital Core Laboratory is currently seeking a self-motivated, quality-focused Medical Lab Scientist to join our team. As a Medical Lab Scientist at Regions Hospital, you will join an innovative and collaborative group of professionals in our newly remodeled laboratory designed for ergonomics and workflow. Our team has also been engaged in developing our new laboratory information system designed to provide efficiency and patient safety. Your work will support Regions Hospital as well as six other suburban hospitals and over twenty clinics in our network.
As part of our team, you will work as a generalist and float between different departments. You will perform specimen receiving at the front desk to high complex testing such as antibody ID, Antigen typing and other complex workups in Blood Bank to moderate to high complex automation line in Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology and Urinalysis.
Work schedule:
- Days/Evening with Rotating Weekends and Holidays .8 FTE/32 hours per week
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, biology, or other science related field. Advanced Degree or training (Masters in Sciences or Clinical Specialty) may substitute for preferred certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
Successful completion of a Clinical rotation in an approved program that qualifies for ASCP certification or equivalent.
Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Certification with ASCP or equivalent agency or eligible preferred
Benefits: Regions Hospital offers a competitive benefits package (.5 FTE or greater) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, 401k with match, disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Benefits take effect first day of employment. We offer an on-site employee fitness center, an on-site physical therapy clinic for employees as well as an on-site employee clinic to make it more convenient for our staff to get the care they need. We also have a Center for Employee Resilience that provides support and evidence-based practices to bring relief and build resiliency. Regions Hospital is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Regions is also proud to be a Yellow Ribbon Company.
Regions Hospital Core Laboratory is currently seeking a self-motivated, quality-focused Medical Lab Scientist to join our team. As a Medical Lab Scientist at Regions Hospital, you will join an innovative and collaborative group of professionals in our newly remodeled laboratory designed for ergonomics and workflow. Our team has also been engaged in developing our new laboratory information system designed to provide efficiency and patient safety. Your work will support Regions Hospital as well as six other suburban hospitals and over twenty clinics in our network.
As part of our team, you will work as a generalist and float between different departments. You will perform specimen receiving at the front desk to high complex testing such as antibody ID, Antigen typing and other complex workups in Blood Bank to moderate to high complex automation line in Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology and Urinalysis.
Work schedule:
- Days/Evening with Rotating Weekends and Holidays .8 FTE/32 hours per week
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, biology, or other science related field. Advanced Degree or training (Masters in Sciences or Clinical Specialty) may substitute for preferred certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
Successful completion of a Clinical rotation in an approved program that qualifies for ASCP certification or equivalent.
Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Certification with ASCP or equivalent agency or eligible preferred
Benefits: Regions Hospital offers a competitive benefits package (.5 FTE or greater) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, 401k with match, disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Benefits take effect first day of employment. We offer an on-site employee fitness center, an on-site physical therapy clinic for employees as well as an on-site employee clinic to make it more convenient for our staff to get the care they need. We also have a Center for Employee Resilience that provides support and evidence-based practices to bring relief and build resiliency. Regions Hospital is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Regions is also proud to be a Yellow Ribbon Company.
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The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory scientist jobs across Minnesota.
- MLS or MT certification from ASCP, AMT, or equivalent nationally recognized credentialing body
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or a closely related life science
- Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory science program with supervised practicum hours
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems and automated analyzers used in high-volume settings
- Experience in at least one specialty area such as hematology, microbiology, chemistry, or blood bank
- Strong quality-control practices and familiarity with CAP and CLIA regulatory requirements
Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical laboratory scientist in Minnesota?
You earn a bachelor's degree from an accredited medical laboratory science program, complete a supervised clinical rotation, and pass a national certification exam, most commonly the ASCP Board of Certification MLS exam. Minnesota does not issue a separate state license for medical laboratory scientists, so national certification through ASCP, AMT, or an equivalent body is the credential Minnesota employers require and verify during hiring.
Which companies hire medical laboratory scientists in Minnesota?
Employers hiring medical laboratory scientists in Minnesota right now include Essentia Health, HealthPartners, and Pipestone County Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Minnesota's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers drive steady hiring volume, particularly for generalist and specialty lab roles across inpatient and reference laboratory settings.
Which Minnesota cities have the most medical laboratory scientist jobs?
Eagan, Pipestone, and Saint Paul account for the most medical laboratory scientist openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro dominates because of its concentration of large health systems and reference labs, while Rochester's market is anchored by Mayo Clinic's extensive laboratory operations, and Duluth draws demand from regional hospital networks serving northeastern Minnesota and the Lake Superior corridor.
How can I get hired as a medical laboratory scientist in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate generalist positions at large Minnesota health systems that regularly onboard recent graduates, including M Health Fairview, Allina Health, and HealthPartners. Many candidates strengthen their candidacy by completing their clinical rotation at a Minnesota institution and then applying to that site directly. Adjacent roles such as medical laboratory technician or phlebotomist positions within the same system can also serve as a stepping stone, and holding ASCP certification upon graduation gives applicants a measurable edge in competitive Twin Cities postings.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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