Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in Virginia
Medical Laboratory Technician jobs in Virginia are in steady demand, concentrated across hospital systems, reference laboratories, and public health agencies, with openings at every level from entry-level technician through senior and lead positions. The heaviest hiring activity runs through the Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. corridor, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads region, where large employers like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare maintain ongoing laboratory staffing needs. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia right now are hematology, clinical chemistry, and microbiology. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Medical Laboratory Technician PRN
Job Summary and Qualifications
- Knows, understands, and puts into practice general lab policies/procedures as well as department/section specific policies/procedures. Reviews all posted policy changes as required. Adheres to all regulatory guidelines.
- Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider the options, and formulate an appropriate course of action. Recognizes and performs duties in an independent manner with little or no supervision. Possess the ability to assume and carry out “tech-in-charge” duties, including the ability to direct the activities of staff or functions, when necessary.
- Demonstrate initial and annual competency in all appropriate designated lab sections within set deadlines. Accurately performs proficiency testing when scheduled. Participates in continuing education activities.
- Participates in all facility/corporate mandatory annual training within set deadlines.
- Is cooperative in assisting the laboratory team in the completion of miscellaneous duties. This includes specimen receiving and putting away supplies when received in the department.
- Effectively organizes and completes daily tasks in assigned area{s}.
- Effectively troubleshoots/resolves instrument problems and documents corrective action in appropriate log; when necessary, performs instrumentation repairs. Effectively investigates/resolves specimen collection problems using Outstanding Specimen Report (OSR) and specimen tracking tool when appropriate.
- Assures quality control is properly performed and logged, works within quality control limits and trends, and follows proper department procedure for corrective action.
- Preventative maintenance and safety checks of equipment are performed and documented according to schedule.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to train new employees and/or students in general lab policies/procedures as well as department/section specific policies/procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to communicate with, provide care for, and assess data appropriate to the age of the patient served
- Demonstrates knowledge and adheres to all policies relating to the JCAHO National Patient Safety Goals for the Laboratory, including, but not limited to critical call read back and patient identification.
EXPERIENCE
- Preferred - Experience as Medical Laboratory Technician
EDUCATION
- Required - Associates Degree in Medical Technology, Biological, Chemical or Physical Science.
CERTIFICATION
- Required- Successful completion of registry within 18 months of hire
- Continuing education to maintain registry/licensure as required. ASCP or AMT accepted.
- Acceptable - Registry/Licensure in a specialty area will be considered.
Benefits
Chippenham Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.
"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Laboratory Technician PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.
The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Medical Laboratory Technician PRN
Job Summary and Qualifications
- Knows, understands, and puts into practice general lab policies/procedures as well as department/section specific policies/procedures. Reviews all posted policy changes as required. Adheres to all regulatory guidelines.
- Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider the options, and formulate an appropriate course of action. Recognizes and performs duties in an independent manner with little or no supervision. Possess the ability to assume and carry out “tech-in-charge” duties, including the ability to direct the activities of staff or functions, when necessary.
- Demonstrate initial and annual competency in all appropriate designated lab sections within set deadlines. Accurately performs proficiency testing when scheduled. Participates in continuing education activities.
- Participates in all facility/corporate mandatory annual training within set deadlines.
- Is cooperative in assisting the laboratory team in the completion of miscellaneous duties. This includes specimen receiving and putting away supplies when received in the department.
- Effectively organizes and completes daily tasks in assigned area{s}.
- Effectively troubleshoots/resolves instrument problems and documents corrective action in appropriate log; when necessary, performs instrumentation repairs. Effectively investigates/resolves specimen collection problems using Outstanding Specimen Report (OSR) and specimen tracking tool when appropriate.
- Assures quality control is properly performed and logged, works within quality control limits and trends, and follows proper department procedure for corrective action.
- Preventative maintenance and safety checks of equipment are performed and documented according to schedule.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to train new employees and/or students in general lab policies/procedures as well as department/section specific policies/procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to communicate with, provide care for, and assess data appropriate to the age of the patient served
- Demonstrates knowledge and adheres to all policies relating to the JCAHO National Patient Safety Goals for the Laboratory, including, but not limited to critical call read back and patient identification.
EXPERIENCE
- Preferred - Experience as Medical Laboratory Technician
EDUCATION
- Required - Associates Degree in Medical Technology, Biological, Chemical or Physical Science.
CERTIFICATION
- Required- Successful completion of registry within 18 months of hire
- Continuing education to maintain registry/licensure as required. ASCP or AMT accepted.
- Acceptable - Registry/Licensure in a specialty area will be considered.
Benefits
Chippenham Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.
"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Laboratory Technician PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Medical Laboratory Technician Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sentara11
- Quest Diagnostics8
- Inova Health7
- Patient First7
- Virginia Oncology Associates3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory technician jobs across Virginia.
- Associate degree in clinical laboratory science or a related field required
- ASCP or AMT certification preferred or required by most Virginia employers
- Virginia does not require state licensure but many facilities require national certification
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems such as Epic Beaker or Cerner
- Experience with specimen processing, quality control, and CLIA compliance standards
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends
Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical laboratory technician in Virginia?
Virginia does not issue a state-specific license for medical laboratory technicians, so the standard path is completing an accredited associate degree program in clinical laboratory science or a closely related field, then obtaining national certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification or the American Medical Technologists organization. Most Virginia hospital systems and health networks expect candidates to be certified or eligible to sit for the exam before starting. Community colleges across Virginia offer accredited programs that satisfy both requirements.
Which companies hire medical laboratory technicians in Virginia?
Employers hiring medical laboratory technicians in Virginia right now include Sentara, Quest Diagnostics, and Inova Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's dense concentration of hospital systems, federally affiliated health facilities in the Northern Virginia corridor, and large academic medical centers in Richmond and Norfolk creates consistent demand across the state year-round.
Which Virginia cities have the most medical laboratory technician jobs?
The cities with the most medical laboratory technician openings in Virginia are Norfolk, Richmond, and Fairfax. The distribution reflects where Virginia's largest health systems are headquartered and operate, with Northern Virginia's proximity to federal health agencies and major hospital networks driving volume there, Richmond's academic medical center anchoring the central market, and Hampton Roads' multi-hospital market supporting strong demand along the coast.
Are there remote medical laboratory technician jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Laboratory work is inherently hands-on and requires physical access to specimens and equipment, so most positions are fully on-site. About 12% of medical laboratory technician openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those exceptions tend to involve lab informatics, result review, or quality assurance roles that don't require bench work.
How can I get hired as a medical laboratory technician in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for laboratory aide, phlebotomist, or specimen processing technician roles at Virginia hospital systems like Inova, Sentara, or VCU Health while completing or shortly after completing an accredited associate program. These positions build hands-on familiarity with laboratory workflows and often serve as direct pipelines into technician roles. Obtaining ASCP certification eligibility before applying gives candidates a clear edge, and several Virginia community colleges coordinate clinical rotations with regional employers that can lead to direct offers.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory technician jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory technician jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly through the listings.
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