OPT Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs
Medical Laboratory Technician jobs on OPT require employers comfortable sponsoring STEM-eligible roles. MLT positions often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when tied to a relevant degree in clinical laboratory science or a related field. Most hiring happens through hospital networks, reference labs, and diagnostic companies.
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NorDx
Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 78631
Summary
Well qualified candidates with less than 2 years of experience are eligible to receive a $7,500.00 sign on bonus! While candidates with more than 2 years of experience are eligible to receive a $15,000 sign on bonus. This bonus will be prorated for Part Time or Per Diem positions. Relocation assistance and temporary housing if needed. Please note this bonus is not available to current MaineHealth employees or prior employees that have been separated for less than 6 months.
The Medical Laboratory Technician role is responsible for independently performing and monitoring laboratory testing of patient specimens and confirms, interprets, correlates, and reports normal and abnormal patient results and recognizes technical, instrumental and/or physiological problems and initiates resolutions. Responsible for accuracy, quality control and required instrument maintenance.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or a similar field required.
- License/Certifications: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician required within six months of hire by a recognized professional organization (e.g., ASCP, AMT)
- Experience: N/A
- Additional Skills/Requirements Required: May be asked to work at other sites/locations as needed.
- Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A
Additional Information
MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $27.27 to $36.88 per hour.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact aarin.miles@mainehealth.org
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
Description
NorDx
Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 78631
Summary
Well qualified candidates with less than 2 years of experience are eligible to receive a $7,500.00 sign on bonus! While candidates with more than 2 years of experience are eligible to receive a $15,000 sign on bonus. This bonus will be prorated for Part Time or Per Diem positions. Relocation assistance and temporary housing if needed. Please note this bonus is not available to current MaineHealth employees or prior employees that have been separated for less than 6 months.
The Medical Laboratory Technician role is responsible for independently performing and monitoring laboratory testing of patient specimens and confirms, interprets, correlates, and reports normal and abnormal patient results and recognizes technical, instrumental and/or physiological problems and initiates resolutions. Responsible for accuracy, quality control and required instrument maintenance.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or a similar field required.
- License/Certifications: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician required within six months of hire by a recognized professional organization (e.g., ASCP, AMT)
- Experience: N/A
- Additional Skills/Requirements Required: May be asked to work at other sites/locations as needed.
- Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A
Additional Information
MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $27.27 to $36.88 per hour.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact aarin.miles@mainehealth.org
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Medical Laboratory Technician
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science, and biology degrees commonly appear on the STEM OPT designated degree list. Verify your specific CIP code with your DSO before applying, so you can confidently tell employers you're eligible for 24 months of additional work authorization.
Target hospital systems and large reference labs
Large employers like hospital networks and national reference laboratories have established HR processes for work authorization. They sponsor OPT more reliably than small independent clinics, which often lack the infrastructure to navigate employment verification and immigration compliance requirements.
Highlight ASCP or AMT certification progress
Many employers require or strongly prefer ASCP Board of Certification credentials. Mentioning that you're exam-eligible or already certified signals professional readiness and reduces perceived risk for sponsors who worry about hiring someone still building clinical qualifications.
Address OPT proactively in your cover letter
State your OPT start date, expiration, and STEM extension eligibility upfront. Hiring managers in healthcare often confuse OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship. A clear, one-paragraph explanation prevents your application from being filtered out before a recruiter reads your credentials.
Apply during hospital budget cycles
Hospital hiring tends to cluster around the start of fiscal years, typically October and January. Submitting applications in the months before these windows improves your chances of landing interviews when departments have approved headcount and are actively authorized to hire.
Emphasize compliance and accuracy in your resume
MLT roles are regulated environments where documentation errors carry real consequences. Framing your experience around quality control, CAP or CLIA compliance, and result accuracy addresses the specific hiring concerns that come up in laboratory settings, especially for candidates still on temporary work authorization.
Medical Laboratory Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Medical Laboratory Technician jobs typically qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
MLT roles can qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code, such as clinical laboratory science or a related biological science field. The extension is tied to your degree, not the job title itself, so verify your CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility. Your employer must also participate in E-Verify.
How do I find MLT employers willing to hire OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for OPT-friendly employers, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering authorization issues late in the process. Hospital systems, national reference laboratories, and large diagnostic companies are the most consistent sponsors. Smaller independent labs and physician-owned clinics are less likely to have established OPT hiring processes.
Can I work as a Medical Laboratory Technician on pre-completion OPT?
Yes, pre-completion OPT allows you to work part-time during your program or full-time during official breaks. However, most MLT positions require full-time availability due to shift scheduling and training commitments, so post-completion OPT is the more practical authorization period for this role. Any pre-completion hours used reduce your post-completion OPT time dollar-for-dollar.
Does an MLT role count as work in my field of study for OPT compliance?
Yes, as long as your degree is in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, biology, or a closely related field. SEVP requires that OPT employment be directly related to your major area of study. If your degree is in an unrelated field, the role may not satisfy OPT requirements, which creates a compliance risk you should discuss with your DSO before accepting an offer.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my MLT employer loses accreditation or closes?
Your OPT authorization is tied to maintaining employment in your field, not to a specific employer. If your employer closes or loses accreditation, you have a 90-day unemployment buffer during your OPT period to find a new qualifying position. Report the job change to your DSO promptly and update your SEVIS record. Extended gaps beyond 90 days total risk your OPT status.