TN Visa Lab Assistant Jobs
Lab Assistant roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Scientific Technician/Technologist category, provided you work directly under a natural scientist or engineer. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry with employer documentation, while Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate. Demand for qualified lab support professionals spans healthcare, pharmaceutical, and research settings across the U.S.
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$29.55 - $44.32
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
This position is responsible for conducting a variety of tests on patient samples (blood, various body fluids, cells, and tissue, etc.) to detect the presence or absence of health conditions. Using biomedical instrumentation, microscopes, and computers to study samples obtained from patients, the Medical Laboratory Scientist provides data to physicians and health care providers for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Position Specifics:
Department: Laboratory
Core Function: Laboratory
Schedule: Full time; part time openings. Every other weekend.
Facility: St. Anthony’s Hospital
Location: Effingham, IL
Compensation: Compensation that aligns with your experience
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university including courses in biological science, chemistry and mathematics, AND successful completion of a National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), accredited Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) program OR Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and bachelor's degree with 2 years full time lab experience in an accredited lab.
Experience Qualifications
- Experience in an accredited lab is preferred.
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations
- Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist or eligibility for certification by a nationally recognized certifying agency such as:
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA)
- American Medical Technologies (AMT)
- Department of Health, Education and Welfare (HEW)
- or other laboratory certifying agency is required. Colleagues hired prior to January 1, 2020 are exempt from this requirement.
- Certification must be received within 180 days of hire. Physician Enterprise: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification is preferred.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
Benefits:
HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Pay Range:
$29.55 - $44.32
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
This position is responsible for conducting a variety of tests on patient samples (blood, various body fluids, cells, and tissue, etc.) to detect the presence or absence of health conditions. Using biomedical instrumentation, microscopes, and computers to study samples obtained from patients, the Medical Laboratory Scientist provides data to physicians and health care providers for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Position Specifics:
Department: Laboratory
Core Function: Laboratory
Schedule: Full time; part time openings. Every other weekend.
Facility: St. Anthony’s Hospital
Location: Effingham, IL
Compensation: Compensation that aligns with your experience
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university including courses in biological science, chemistry and mathematics, AND successful completion of a National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), accredited Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) program OR Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and bachelor's degree with 2 years full time lab experience in an accredited lab.
Experience Qualifications
- Experience in an accredited lab is preferred.
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations
- Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist or eligibility for certification by a nationally recognized certifying agency such as:
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA)
- American Medical Technologies (AMT)
- Department of Health, Education and Welfare (HEW)
- or other laboratory certifying agency is required. Colleagues hired prior to January 1, 2020 are exempt from this requirement.
- Certification must be received within 180 days of hire. Physician Enterprise: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification is preferred.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
Benefits:
HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Lab Assistant
Assemble degree credentials before applying
TN visa classification for Lab Assistants requires a credential in a natural science field and proof you'll work under a licensed scientist or engineer. Gather your transcripts and degree certificates now so employers don't stall during offer discussions.
Target pharmaceutical and research employers directly
Clinical research organizations, hospital lab networks, and university research departments file TN documentation far more routinely than general staffing agencies. Prioritize employers with dedicated HR or legal teams experienced in USMCA professional visa categories.
Confirm the supervisory structure before accepting offers
CBP officers scrutinize whether you'll work under a natural scientist or engineer, not a lab manager without a qualifying credential. Ask your prospective employer directly who your supervising scientist is and request their credentials before your TN documentation is prepared.
Search TN-specific job listings through Migrate Mate
Generic job boards don't filter for TN visa sponsorship availability by role category. Use Migrate Mate to find Lab Assistant positions where employers have already indicated willingness to support TN visa workers, saving you the cold-inquiry stage.
Understand the Mexican consular appointment timeline
Unlike Canadians who can seek TN status at the border, Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview. Build at least six to eight weeks into your start date negotiation to account for appointment availability and potential administrative processing at your consulate.
Request a detailed support letter from your employer
The TN support letter must specify your job duties, the natural sciences field, your qualifying credential, and your supervising scientist's credentials. A vague letter is the most common reason CBP officers request additional documentation or deny entry.
Lab Assistant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Lab Assistant role qualify for TN visa status?
Lab Assistant positions can qualify under the TN Scientific Technician/Technologist category, but approval depends on two conditions: your work must require a theoretical understanding of a natural science, and you must work under the direct supervision of a natural scientist or engineer. Roles focused solely on routine cleaning or non-technical support tasks typically do not meet this standard.
How does TN visa sponsorship for Lab Assistants compare to H-1B?
TN status has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no lengthy USCIS petition process for most applicants. Canadians can receive TN status at a port of entry the same day with the right documentation. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship, a lottery selection, and a wait until October 1 of the fiscal year. For Lab Assistant roles that qualify under USMCA, TN is faster and more predictable.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a signed support letter on company letterhead that identifies your job title, the specific lab duties you'll perform, the natural science field your role falls under, your start date, and the name and credentials of the scientist or engineer who will supervise you. Without that supervisory detail, CBP officers frequently issue denials or requests for additional evidence.
Where can I find Lab Assistant jobs that specifically support TN visa workers?
Most standard job boards don't indicate whether an employer will support TN visa status, which means you spend time on outreach before confirming sponsorship eligibility. Migrate Mate is designed for this: it surfaces Lab Assistant roles where employers have indicated openness to TN visa candidates, so you can focus your applications on employers already familiar with the process.
Can I extend my TN status if my Lab Assistant contract is renewed?
Yes. TN status is granted in up to three-year increments and can be renewed indefinitely as long as you maintain a valid job offer and continue to meet the qualifying criteria. Each renewal requires a new support letter from your employer and updated documentation confirming the supervisory structure still qualifies under the Scientific Technician/Technologist category.