Medical Technologist Jobs
Medical Technologist jobs are open across hospital systems, reference laboratories, blood banks, and public health agencies, from entry-level to senior and lead positions, with specializations in clinical chemistry, microbiology, and hematology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Exemption Status:
Non-ExemptHiring Range:
$30.50 - $45.36Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations .
Schedule Details:
Holidays - Every Third Holiday, Monday through Friday, Weekends (Saturday and Sunday), Weekends - Every Third WeekendScheduled Hours:
3:00pm-11:30pmShift:
2 - Evening Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)Hours:
32Cost Center:
10020 - 3216 Core HemUnion:
UFCW (United Food and Commercial Workers)This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Performs and interprets various chemical, microscopic, and/or bacteriologic tests to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.Major Responsibilities:
- Follows established protocols to perform a wide range of test in an assigned area. Refers to Medical Technologist II’s or supervisory or lead staff members for assistance in the interpretation of complex or unusual test results.
- Ensures that test results meet requirements of the laboratory quality control program.
- Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken.
- Ensures preventative maintenance for equipment in assigned area. Performs routine troubleshooting, repair, and modification of a wide range of complex equipment and instrumentation.
- Maintains accurate records of tests performed, using computer-based systems.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
- Associates degree from a clinical lab science program (MLT).
-OR-
- Bachelor’s Degree in sciences.
- Degree and course work in the sciences must meet the requirements for high complexity testing as defined CLIA Sec. 493.1487 to qualify for hiring.
Preferred :
- ASCP certification as an MLT /MT
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday.
Exemption Status:
Non-ExemptHiring Range:
$30.50 - $45.36Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations .
Schedule Details:
Holidays - Every Third Holiday, Monday through Friday, Weekends (Saturday and Sunday), Weekends - Every Third WeekendScheduled Hours:
3:00pm-11:30pmShift:
2 - Evening Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)Hours:
32Cost Center:
10020 - 3216 Core HemUnion:
UFCW (United Food and Commercial Workers)This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Performs and interprets various chemical, microscopic, and/or bacteriologic tests to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.Major Responsibilities:
- Follows established protocols to perform a wide range of test in an assigned area. Refers to Medical Technologist II’s or supervisory or lead staff members for assistance in the interpretation of complex or unusual test results.
- Ensures that test results meet requirements of the laboratory quality control program.
- Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken.
- Ensures preventative maintenance for equipment in assigned area. Performs routine troubleshooting, repair, and modification of a wide range of complex equipment and instrumentation.
- Maintains accurate records of tests performed, using computer-based systems.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
- Associates degree from a clinical lab science program (MLT).
-OR-
- Bachelor’s Degree in sciences.
- Degree and course work in the sciences must meet the requirements for high complexity testing as defined CLIA Sec. 493.1487 to qualify for hiring.
Preferred :
- ASCP certification as an MLT /MT
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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Who's Hiring
- Bon Secours34B
- Atrium Health32
- Allegheny Health Network32
- Atlantic Health23
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- Healthcare & Medical Services241
- Education20
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals10
- Science & Research6
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical technologist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or a related field
- ASCP Board of Certification MT(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) credential
- Proficiency with automated hematology, chemistry, and urinalysis analyzers
- Experience performing and interpreting clinical laboratory testing across multiple disciplines
- Knowledge of laboratory quality control, regulatory compliance, and CAP or CLIA standards
- Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Tips for Your Medical Technologist Job Search
List your ASCP certification prominently
Hiring managers scan for MT(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) credentials before reading anything else on your resume. Place your certification directly after your name in the header so it's visible before a recruiter reads a single bullet point.
Quantify your instrument and test volume
Describe the analyzers you've run and the daily or weekly test volumes you've handled. A line like 'operated Sysmex XN-series for 400 daily CBC panels' gives lab directors a concrete sense of your throughput experience and instrument familiarity.
Target postings that match your shift availability
Hospital labs often post separate listings for day, evening, and overnight rotations. Read the schedule requirements carefully before applying, and state your availability explicitly in your cover note to avoid mismatches that stall your application mid-process.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists medical technologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a bench skills practical assessment
Many lab hiring processes include a practical component where you perform a procedure or interpret results on the spot. Review your manual differentials, QC troubleshooting steps, and critical value protocols before the interview so you're ready to work through a scenario aloud.
Negotiate your shift differential and on-call terms
Base pay is rarely the whole picture for lab roles. Ask specifically about evening and weekend differentials, on-call frequency, and whether holiday rotations are mandatory. These terms can vary widely between facilities and affect your total compensation significantly.
Medical Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most medical technologists?
The companies hiring the most medical technologists right now include Bon Secours, Atrium Health, and Allegheny Health Network, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Pennsylvania, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large health systems and national reference laboratory networks consistently account for the bulk of active postings.
How many medical technologist jobs are remote?
About 1% of medical technologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most bench work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include laboratory informatics, quality assurance review, and reference interpretation roles that don't require direct specimen handling.
How do you become a medical technologist?
You become a medical technologist by completing a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or a closely related field that includes an accredited clinical practicum. After graduating, you sit for the ASCP Board of Certification examination to earn the MT(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) credential. Some states also require a separate state licensure application before you can practice. Maintaining certification requires continuing education credits on a regular renewal cycle.
How do you get hired as a medical technologist with little experience?
Lead with your clinical practicum rotations, listing the specific departments, instruments, and test volumes you handled during training, because hiring managers treat a completed accredited internship as real bench experience. Apply to new-grad or generalist openings at community hospitals, which are more likely to hire and train early-career candidates than high-volume reference labs. Obtaining your ASCP certification before you start applying removes the most common barrier for entry-level candidates.
What does the medical technologist interview process look like?
Most medical technologist interviews start with a phone screen focused on your certification status, shift availability, and relevant instrument experience. An in-person or video round with the lab manager typically follows, often including scenario-based questions on QC failures, critical value reporting, and troubleshooting instrument error flags. Some facilities add a practical or written competency assessment before extending an offer, particularly for generalist roles covering multiple departments.
Where can I find and apply to medical technologist jobs?
You can find and apply to medical technologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification, specialization, and shift preferences, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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