Medical Technologist Jobs in California

Medical Technologist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital laboratory systems, large academic medical centers, and public health networks, with openings at every level from new graduates through senior and lead technologist roles. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring markets, anchored by employers like Kaiser Permanente, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and UC San Diego Health. The most consistent demand is for technologists with experience in clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles20
Top employerAnsible Government Solutions
Top cityChico, CA
Cities hiring12
Top industryHealthcare
Companies hiring9

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CT Technologist - Sharp Tri-City Medical Center - Variable Shift - Per Diem
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CT Technologist - Sharp Tri-City Medical Center - Variable Shift - Per Diem
Sharp HealthCare
Oceanside, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Science
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Technologist Assistant - Inpatient Medical Imaging (Full-Time, Varied)
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Technologist Assistant - Inpatient Medical Imaging (Full-Time, Varied)
Enloe Medical Center
Chico, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Public Health
$23.2 - $29.69/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Blood Bank Medical Technologist / Clinical Laboratory Scientist
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Blood Bank Medical Technologist / Clinical Laboratory Scientist
American Red Cross
Pomona, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
10,000+

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CT Technologist - Sharp Tri-City Medical Center - Night Shift - Full Time
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CT Technologist - Sharp Tri-City Medical Center - Night Shift - Full Time
Sharp HealthCare
Oceanside, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Radiology / Imaging
$46.21 - $67.01/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Med Tech Medical Technologist
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Med Tech Medical Technologist
EPIC Healthcare
Bell Gardens, California
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$18.5 - $19/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Medical Technologist Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chico
3 jobs
Oceanside
3 jobs
Rancho Cucamonga
3 jobs
San Diego
2 jobs
Los Angeles
2 jobs
Downey
1 job
Pomona
1 job
Truckee
1 job
Palo Alto
1 job

Medical Technologist Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Ansible Government Solutions5 open roles
Kindred Hospitals4 open roles
Sharp HealthCare3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical technologist jobs across California.

  • California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license issued by CDPH required
  • Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or a closely related science field
  • ASCP Board of Certification (MLS or MT) credential strongly preferred by California employers
  • Proficiency in high-volume automated analyzers and laboratory information systems
  • Experience performing and reporting results across multiple laboratory disciplines
  • Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Medical Technologist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical technologist in California?

To work as a medical technologist in California you need an active Clinical Laboratory Scientist license issued by the California Department of Public Health Laboratory Field Services. Licensure requires a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or a qualifying biological science, completion of an approved clinical training program, and passing the California CLS licensure examination. ASCP certification is not required by the state but is widely expected by California hospital employers.

Which companies hire medical technologists in California?

Employers hiring medical technologists in California right now include Ansible Government Solutions, Kindred Hospitals, and Sharp HealthCare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's dense network of integrated health systems and academic medical centers generates consistent laboratory staffing demand throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most medical technologist jobs?

Chico, Oceanside, and Rancho Cucamonga have the most medical technologist openings in California. Los Angeles drives the highest volume because of its concentration of large hospital networks and public health laboratories, while San Francisco and San Diego benefit from major academic medical centers and biotechnology-linked reference laboratories that require clinical testing staff year-round.

How can I get hired as a medical technologist in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a California CDPH-approved clinical training program attached to a hospital or university, which many large systems such as Kaiser Permanente and UCLA Health offer to new graduates. Applying for phlebotomist or laboratory assistant roles within those systems is a common lateral move that gets candidates inside the lab and visible to hiring supervisors. Holding a California CLS license, even before accumulating bench hours, is the single credential that opens the most doors.

Where can I find and apply to medical technologist jobs in California?

You can find and apply to medical technologist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated in real time. Find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.

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