Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in New Jersey
Medical Laboratory Technician jobs in New Jersey are consistently active, with strong demand across hospital systems, clinical reference laboratories, and outpatient diagnostic centers at every level from entry-level MLT through senior and lead technician roles. The heaviest hiring is concentrated in Newark, Trenton, and the greater Philadelphia-Camden corridor, where established employers such as RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Quest Diagnostics maintain large laboratory operations. Hematology, microbiology, and blood bank are the sub-specialties seeing the most consistent openings across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Clifton, NJ, Tuesday to Saturday, 1:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Department: Clinical Lab - Auto Chemistry
Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!
Pay range: $27.95 - $46.12 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- and so much more!
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Job Responsibilities:
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
- Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
- Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
- Review and release test results.
- Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
- Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Education:
BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
Work Experience:
1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist
Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Clifton, NJ, Tuesday to Saturday, 1:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Department: Clinical Lab - Auto Chemistry
Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!
Pay range: $27.95 - $46.12 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- and so much more!
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Job Responsibilities:
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
- Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
- Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
- Review and release test results.
- Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
- Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Education:
BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
Work Experience:
1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist
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Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Medical Laboratory Technician Job Market in New Jersey
A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Quest Diagnostics19
- Atlantic Health5
- Hunterdon Health1
- RWJBarnabas Health1
- Rutgers University1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory technician jobs across New Jersey.
- Active New Jersey clinical laboratory associate license or eligibility through the NJDHSS
- Associate degree in medical laboratory technology or a closely related clinical science
- ASCP or AMT certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician preferred or required
- Demonstrated proficiency with laboratory information systems and automated analyzers
- Ability to perform phlebotomy and process a variety of specimen types independently
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to CLIA quality control and safety protocols
Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical laboratory technician in New Jersey?
You must obtain a clinical laboratory associate license issued by the New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing. The path starts with an accredited associate degree in medical laboratory technology, followed by passing a national certification exam such as the ASCP MLT. Once you hold certification and meet the state's experience requirement, you apply to the NJDHSS for licensure before practicing in any New Jersey clinical setting.
Which companies hire medical laboratory technicians in New Jersey?
Employers hiring medical laboratory technicians in New Jersey right now include Quest Diagnostics, Atlantic Health, and Hunterdon Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Jersey's density of large academic medical centers, regional hospital networks, and national reference laboratory operations makes it one of the more active states for consistent laboratory technician openings year-round.
Which New Jersey cities have the most medical laboratory technician jobs?
Hackensack, Edison, and Clifton account for the largest share of medical laboratory technician openings in New Jersey. Newark anchors demand through its concentration of major hospital systems and academic medical centers, while the Trenton and Camden areas draw volume from regional health networks serving densely populated suburban counties close to the Philadelphia metro.
Are there remote medical laboratory technician jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they're rare. Medical laboratory technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct specimen handling and operation of on-site instrumentation, so fully remote roles are not typical for the core position. About 0% of medical laboratory technician openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those opportunities are most often found in laboratory compliance, quality assurance review, or telephonic laboratory consulting functions.
How can I get hired as a medical laboratory technician in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to laboratory assistant or phlebotomist roles at large New Jersey health systems such as RWJBarnabas Health or Hackensack Meridian Health, which regularly hire candidates without MLT experience and often support internal advancement into the technician track. Completing a New Jersey-based accredited MLT associate program that includes a clinical rotation is a strong credential, and sitting for the ASCP MLT exam before your first application gives you a meaningful edge even without paid work history.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory technician jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory technician jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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