OPT Clinical Laboratory Technologist Jobs
Clinical Laboratory Technologist jobs on OPT require employers who understand that your work authorization is valid and STEM-eligible for a 24-month extension. Most roles fall under CIP code 51.1005, qualifying for STEM OPT. Hospital systems, reference labs, and public health agencies are the most active sponsors.
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ACHIEVEMENT, BELONGING, AND CONNECTION.
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is seeking Medical Technologists/ Clinical Laboratory Technologists, and Senior Medical Technologists who are looking for more than just a career in health care. Passion, patient care and community are our first priority.
Here, we believe people must always be at the core of health care. For us, connection is camaraderie. We recognize the strengths and sacrifices of those we work with. We take an interest in each other’s lives beyond the waiting room. We show up for one another even when we’re not on a shift.
At UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, through compassion, trust, respect, teamwork, and innovation, our employees have the opportunity to not only get ahead, but also be more involved. This is a place where you can expect to both provide help and receive it. This is a place dedicated to building a positive environment for those wanting to make a positive impact.
This is UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital. Where every connection matters.
In the Laboratory, under limited supervision, this position performs routine and specialized tests in assigned laboratory sections in a timely manner, monitors lab processes, and verifies results. With six (6) years’ experience, may in the absence of the supervisor, direct daily activities of his/her section according to UHS Hospitals’, Laboratory and Departmental Policies and Procedures, NYSDOH, CDC, and UHSH Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
COMPENSATION + BENEFITS:
Candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000. Relocation assistance available to candidates who qualify.
The base pay range for full-time position is $63,606.00 to $102,000.00 (pay range is dependent upon position).
This position is also eligible for various competitive benefits, PTO accrual, and retirement plans with employer match.
Looking to start your career or continuing to grow and fulfill your passion as a Medical Technologist/ Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Senior Medical Technologist?
Join a cohesive and professional Laboratory team who take pride in delivering excellent community patient care. A career at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is about making a difference in the lives of our employees, patients, and your own!
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
Lab Services, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital
Primary Work Shift:
Multiple shifts available
Compensation Range:
$30.58 - $45.86 per hour, depending on experience
You will be eligible for benefits if you are hired into a regular position with at least 24 scheduled weekly hours.
Education/Experience
Minimum Required:
* Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory technology or equivalent. (Grandfathered NYS Licensed CLT).
Preferred:
* One (1) year experience working in a clinical laboratory.
License/Certification
Minimum Required:
* NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
Preferred:
* ASCP Specialty Certification.
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates.
Position Overview
ACHIEVEMENT, BELONGING, AND CONNECTION.
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is seeking Medical Technologists/ Clinical Laboratory Technologists, and Senior Medical Technologists who are looking for more than just a career in health care. Passion, patient care and community are our first priority.
Here, we believe people must always be at the core of health care. For us, connection is camaraderie. We recognize the strengths and sacrifices of those we work with. We take an interest in each other’s lives beyond the waiting room. We show up for one another even when we’re not on a shift.
At UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, through compassion, trust, respect, teamwork, and innovation, our employees have the opportunity to not only get ahead, but also be more involved. This is a place where you can expect to both provide help and receive it. This is a place dedicated to building a positive environment for those wanting to make a positive impact.
This is UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital. Where every connection matters.
In the Laboratory, under limited supervision, this position performs routine and specialized tests in assigned laboratory sections in a timely manner, monitors lab processes, and verifies results. With six (6) years’ experience, may in the absence of the supervisor, direct daily activities of his/her section according to UHS Hospitals’, Laboratory and Departmental Policies and Procedures, NYSDOH, CDC, and UHSH Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
COMPENSATION + BENEFITS:
Candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000. Relocation assistance available to candidates who qualify.
The base pay range for full-time position is $63,606.00 to $102,000.00 (pay range is dependent upon position).
This position is also eligible for various competitive benefits, PTO accrual, and retirement plans with employer match.
Looking to start your career or continuing to grow and fulfill your passion as a Medical Technologist/ Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Senior Medical Technologist?
Join a cohesive and professional Laboratory team who take pride in delivering excellent community patient care. A career at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is about making a difference in the lives of our employees, patients, and your own!
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
Lab Services, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital
Primary Work Shift:
Multiple shifts available
Compensation Range:
$30.58 - $45.86 per hour, depending on experience
You will be eligible for benefits if you are hired into a regular position with at least 24 scheduled weekly hours.
Education/Experience
Minimum Required:
* Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory technology or equivalent. (Grandfathered NYS Licensed CLT).
Preferred:
* One (1) year experience working in a clinical laboratory.
License/Certification
Minimum Required:
* NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
Preferred:
* ASCP Specialty Certification.
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility
Clinical laboratory technology degrees typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Tell employers upfront your program qualifies, so they understand they have a longer hiring window than standard OPT provides.
Target hospital systems over small clinics
Large hospital networks like academic medical centers have HR teams familiar with OPT and established processes for hiring foreign nationals. Smaller private clinics often lack the infrastructure to navigate work authorization requirements confidently.
Get your ASCP or AMT certification before applying
Board certification from ASCP or AMT removes a major hiring objection. Employers who are uncertain about sponsoring OPT students are more willing to proceed when your credentials meet the same bar as any domestic candidate.
Apply to reference and diagnostic lab companies directly
Large reference lab companies operate nationally, hire at volume, and have legal teams familiar with OPT documentation. Their scale means work authorization questions get routed to HR specialists rather than stalling with a hiring manager.
Track your OPT end date and communicate it clearly
Employers get nervous when timelines are vague. Know your OPT expiration, your STEM extension eligibility date, and your E-Verify requirement. Presenting a clear timeline builds confidence that hiring you is a manageable, not risky, decision.
Frame H-1B sponsorship as a future conversation, not an immediate ask
Bringing up H-1B visa in a first interview can stall offers. Focus the initial conversation on your clinical skills and OPT authorization. Raise long-term sponsorship once you have an offer and they are clearly interested in retaining you.
Clinical Laboratory Technologist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist on OPT?
Yes. Clinical Laboratory Technologist roles are directly related to degrees in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science, and closely aligned biological science fields, which satisfies the OPT employment requirement that your job be related to your major. Most positions in hospital labs, reference labs, and public health settings qualify without any gray area.
Does a Clinical Laboratory Technologist job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most clinical laboratory science and medical laboratory science programs are classified under CIP code 51.1005, which appears on the STEM OPT designated degree program list. If your degree falls under this or a closely related STEM CIP code, you are likely eligible for the 24-month extension. Confirm your exact CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
How do I find Clinical Laboratory Technologist jobs that are open to OPT students?
Many employers do not advertise OPT friendliness in their job postings, so filtering by sponsorship willingness manually is time-consuming. Migrate Mate lists Clinical Laboratory Technologist jobs from employers who are open to hiring OPT candidates, which removes the guesswork and lets you focus on applying rather than vetting every posting individually.
Do Clinical Laboratory Technologist employers need to do anything special to hire an OPT student?
For standard OPT, employers simply need to verify your EAD card and complete the standard I-9 process. For the STEM OPT extension, the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan. Most hospital systems and large diagnostic labs already use E-Verify, making them straightforward partners for STEM OPT employment.
Will employers sponsor me for an H-1B after my OPT ends?
Clinical Laboratory Technologist roles generally qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because the position typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific field. Whether a specific employer sponsors H-1B depends on their size, budget, and hiring policies. Academic medical centers and large reference lab companies sponsor more frequently than smaller community hospitals or private practices.