Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in North Dakota
Medical Laboratory Technician jobs in North Dakota are consistently active, concentrated in hospital systems, public health laboratories, and regional medical centers serving both urban and rural communities across the state, with openings at every level from entry-level to senior technician. The heaviest hiring is in Fargo, Bismarck, and Grand Forks, where large employers like Sanford Health, Essentia Health, and Altru Health System maintain ongoing laboratory staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties in North Dakota are clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Top employerEssentia Health
Top cityFargo, ND
Cities hiring4
Top credentialMedical Laboratory Scientist Certification
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Sanford Health
Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician - Evenings
Fargo, North Dakota
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Essentia Health
Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist
Fargo, North Dakota
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Sanford Health
Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician
Mayville, North Dakota
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Sanford Health
Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician - FT Days
Fargo, North Dakota
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Jamestown Regional Medical Center
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Jamestown, North Dakota
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Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician - Evenings
Sanford Health·Fargo, North Dakota
Job functions:
$22 - $44/hr
Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Careers With Purpose
Sanford Health’s Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory family and become part of a diverse group of people using the latest technology to improve the human condition at every stage of life through exceptional care, spiritual enrichment, innovation and discovery.
Facility: Sanford Broadway Clinic
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 737 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $22.00 - $44.00
Pay Info: Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!
Department Details
Join a world-class lab team while gaining valuable medical skills that play a critical role in our patients' diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients' journey to recovery!
Schedule:
Medical Laboratory Scientist $29.50 - 44.00
Medical Laboratory Technician $22.00 - 34.50
Sanford Broadway Medical Center is a major medical center located in downtown Fargo that provides comprehensive, award-winning care for patients from across the Midwest. Connected to it is the Sanford Broadway Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the region with over 50 medical specialties and subspecialties.
Job Summary
Are you detailed oriented, looking to develop your clinical laboratory skills, and love pursuing new knowledge? We’re seeking problem-solvers interested in a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician position to join our team. Our MLS/MLT professionals ensure timely testing and quality results from provided samples and delivery to nursing staff and providers, allowing them to make informed decisions for their patients. Whether a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician in a hospital or clinic setting, there are many opportunities to grow, advance, and make a substantial impact in the lives of our community.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
MLS: Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
MLT: Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or be registry eligible. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed or have a provisional license, by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0280242
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No
Sanford Health’s Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory family and become part of a diverse group of people using the latest technology to improve the human condition at every stage of life through exceptional care, spiritual enrichment, innovation and discovery.
Facility: Sanford Broadway Clinic
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 737 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $22.00 - $44.00
Pay Info: Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!
Department Details
Join a world-class lab team while gaining valuable medical skills that play a critical role in our patients' diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients' journey to recovery!
Schedule:
- 8-hour evening shifts 3:30pm-12:00am in core lab and blood bank
- Every 4th weekend rotation; 1-2 holidays/year
Medical Laboratory Scientist $29.50 - 44.00
Medical Laboratory Technician $22.00 - 34.50
Sanford Broadway Medical Center is a major medical center located in downtown Fargo that provides comprehensive, award-winning care for patients from across the Midwest. Connected to it is the Sanford Broadway Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the region with over 50 medical specialties and subspecialties.
Job Summary
Are you detailed oriented, looking to develop your clinical laboratory skills, and love pursuing new knowledge? We’re seeking problem-solvers interested in a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician position to join our team. Our MLS/MLT professionals ensure timely testing and quality results from provided samples and delivery to nursing staff and providers, allowing them to make informed decisions for their patients. Whether a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician in a hospital or clinic setting, there are many opportunities to grow, advance, and make a substantial impact in the lives of our community.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing
- Follows standard operating procedures for MLS/MLTs
- Ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met
- Recognizes safety hazards and complies with all safety practices and protocols
- Collects and processes lab specimens with proper equipment
- Performs clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods
- Collect and manage samples of blood and other fluids from patients
Qualifications
MLS: Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
MLT: Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or be registry eligible. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed or have a provisional license, by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0280242
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No
Sanford Health
Medical Laboratory Scientist / Technician - Evenings
Fargo, North Dakota
Added 1d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$22 - $44/hr
Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
Job Description
Careers With Purpose
Sanford Health’s Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory family and become part of a diverse group of people using the latest technology to improve the human condition at every stage of life through exceptional care, spiritual enrichment, innovation and discovery.
Facility: Sanford Broadway Clinic
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 737 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $22.00 - $44.00
Pay Info: Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!
Department Details
Join a world-class lab team while gaining valuable medical skills that play a critical role in our patients' diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients' journey to recovery!
Schedule:
Medical Laboratory Scientist $29.50 - 44.00
Medical Laboratory Technician $22.00 - 34.50
Sanford Broadway Medical Center is a major medical center located in downtown Fargo that provides comprehensive, award-winning care for patients from across the Midwest. Connected to it is the Sanford Broadway Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the region with over 50 medical specialties and subspecialties.
Job Summary
Are you detailed oriented, looking to develop your clinical laboratory skills, and love pursuing new knowledge? We’re seeking problem-solvers interested in a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician position to join our team. Our MLS/MLT professionals ensure timely testing and quality results from provided samples and delivery to nursing staff and providers, allowing them to make informed decisions for their patients. Whether a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician in a hospital or clinic setting, there are many opportunities to grow, advance, and make a substantial impact in the lives of our community.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
MLS: Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
MLT: Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or be registry eligible. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed or have a provisional license, by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0280242
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No
Sanford Health’s Laboratory team has a culture and reputation of providing safe and highly reliable results that bring patients to better health every day. Join the Laboratory family and become part of a diverse group of people using the latest technology to improve the human condition at every stage of life through exceptional care, spiritual enrichment, innovation and discovery.
Facility: Sanford Broadway Clinic
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 737 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $22.00 - $44.00
Pay Info: Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus!
Department Details
Join a world-class lab team while gaining valuable medical skills that play a critical role in our patients' diagnoses. Start your career with us and make a difference in our patients' journey to recovery!
Schedule:
- 8-hour evening shifts 3:30pm-12:00am in core lab and blood bank
- Every 4th weekend rotation; 1-2 holidays/year
Medical Laboratory Scientist $29.50 - 44.00
Medical Laboratory Technician $22.00 - 34.50
Sanford Broadway Medical Center is a major medical center located in downtown Fargo that provides comprehensive, award-winning care for patients from across the Midwest. Connected to it is the Sanford Broadway Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the region with over 50 medical specialties and subspecialties.
Job Summary
Are you detailed oriented, looking to develop your clinical laboratory skills, and love pursuing new knowledge? We’re seeking problem-solvers interested in a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician position to join our team. Our MLS/MLT professionals ensure timely testing and quality results from provided samples and delivery to nursing staff and providers, allowing them to make informed decisions for their patients. Whether a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician in a hospital or clinic setting, there are many opportunities to grow, advance, and make a substantial impact in the lives of our community.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing
- Follows standard operating procedures for MLS/MLTs
- Ensures laboratory safety, quality and regulatory requirements are met
- Recognizes safety hazards and complies with all safety practices and protocols
- Collects and processes lab specimens with proper equipment
- Performs clinical laboratory testing, including manual and automated methods
- Collect and manage samples of blood and other fluids from patients
Qualifications
MLS: Bachelors degree in laboratory or biological sciences required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or be registry eligible. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) also acceptable. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
MLT: Associates degree in Laboratory Science required.
Possess a national certification for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP); or be registry eligible. Registry eligible candidates must successfully complete the Board of Registry examination within 12 months of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed or have a provisional license, by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice. Maintain continuing education credits equivalent to the state requirements as needed for license and certifications. May be required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0280242
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No
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What North Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory technician jobs across North Dakota.
- Associate degree in clinical laboratory technology or medical laboratory science required
- Active ASCP certification (MLT) or equivalent national certification preferred
- Experience with laboratory information systems and specimen processing workflows
- Proficiency in phlebotomy and specimen collection for multiple patient populations
- Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Strong attention to detail with accurate documentation and quality control practices
Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in North Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical laboratory technician in North Dakota?
Complete an accredited associate degree program in medical laboratory technology or a related clinical science, then obtain certification through a recognized body such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) MLT exam. North Dakota does not require a separate state license for medical laboratory technicians, but most employers require or strongly prefer national certification. Candidates can apply directly to hospital systems and health networks once certified.
Which companies hire medical laboratory technicians in North Dakota?
Employers hiring medical laboratory technicians in North Dakota right now include Essentia Health, Sanford Health, and McKenzie Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Dakota's largest health systems, including Sanford Health and Essentia Health, are among the most consistent sources of laboratory technician openings across the state.
Which North Dakota cities have the most medical laboratory technician jobs?
Fargo, Jamestown, and Mayville have the most medical laboratory technician openings in North Dakota. Fargo drives the largest share of demand as the state's most populous city and home to major health systems with full-service laboratory departments, while Bismarck and Grand Forks support steady hiring through their regional hospital campuses and affiliated outpatient facilities.
How can I get hired as a medical laboratory technician in North Dakota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a laboratory assistant or specimen processor role at a large North Dakota health system such as Sanford Health or Essentia Health, which regularly hire candidates without full MLT experience for support positions. These roles build hands-on exposure that makes you competitive for technician openings internally. Completing an accredited MLT program and obtaining your ASCP MLT certification before applying gives you a strong edge even with no clinical work history.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory technician jobs in North Dakota?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory technician jobs in North Dakota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that fit your experience and credentials, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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