Medical Laboratory Technologist
Clinical (medical) laboratory technologists and technicians collect samples and perform tests to analyze body fluids, tissue, and other substances — operating laboratory equipment and reporting results that physicians use to diagnose and treat patients.
◇ External source · Role definition and national outlook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024)
Active jobs
5,764
Median salary
$70,350
$47.1k–$106.5k range
Posted this week
+492
Remote / telehealth
0.1%
6 open roles
SPECIALTIES · specialties
Medical Laboratory Technologist specialties: openings and median pay
As of October 4, 2026, Medical Laboratory Technologist hiring on SonicJobs spans 3 specialties. Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) is the largest with 2,033 active openings. Advertised pay ranges from $61,469 (Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)) to $76,320 (Medical Technologist (MT)).
| Specialty | Open jobs | Median | Median vs. highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) | 2,033 | $73.8k | |
| Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) | 1,338 | $61.5k | |
| Medical Technologist (MT) | 1,328 | $76.3k |
Source: aggregated from 5,764 live SonicJobs listings · 3 specialties · updated .
01 · QUICK ANSWER
What does a Medical Laboratory Technologist do?
Medical Laboratory Technologists run tests on blood, tissue, and body fluids that guide diagnosis. Technologists typically hold a bachelor’s degree and technicians an associate degree; certification is widely preferred and required in some states.
02 · LIVE HIRING INSIGHTS
How many Medical Laboratory Technologist jobs are open?
As of October 4, 2026, SonicJobs lists 5,764 active Medical Laboratory Technologist jobs, with 492 posted in the last 7 days.
Posting freshness
Source: aggregated from 5,764 live SonicJobs listings · updated .
03 · SALARY & PAY
How much do Medical Laboratory Technologists earn?
As of October 4, 2026, Medical Laboratory Technologist roles on SonicJobs advertise a median salary of $70,350 (10th–90th percentile $47.1k–$106.5k), based on 2,225 of 5,764 listings that disclose pay.
| Annual range | Jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0k-20k | 8 | 0% |
| 20k-40k | 67 | 3% |
| 40k-60k | 468 | 21% |
| 60k-80k | 1,033 | 46% |
| 80k-100k | 369 | 17% |
| 100k+ | 280 | 13% |
- Median salary
- $70,350 · n=2,225
- Average salary
- $73,754 · n=2,225
- Salary coverage
- 38.6% · n=5,764
- Job count
- 5764 · n=5,764
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Source: aggregated from 5,764 live SonicJobs listings · 39% of listings disclose salary · updated .
04 · TOP LOCATIONS
Where are Medical Laboratory Technologists most in demand?
As of October 4, 2026, Medical Laboratory Technologist demand on SonicJobs is highest in California, Michigan, Florida, across 5,764 active listings.
| State | Open jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| California | 398 | $105.8k |
| Michigan | 385 | $68.6k |
| Florida | 334 | $71.4k |
| Texas | 332 | $56.6k |
| New York | 255 | $81.2k |
| Pennsylvania | 247 | $56.6k |
| Ohio | 226 | $58.4k |
| Georgia | 175 | $60.7k |
Source: aggregated from 5,764 live SonicJobs listings · counts by state · updated .
05 · HIRING COMPANIES
Which companies are hiring the most Medical Laboratory Technologists?
As of October 4, 2026, the top Medical Laboratory Technologist employers on SonicJobs are Quest Diagnostics, Labcorp, Tenet Healthcare.
Source: aggregated from 5,764 live SonicJobs listings · employer counts · updated .
06 · EMPLOYMENT TYPES
What types of Medical Laboratory Technologist jobs are available?
As of October 4, 2026, Full time roles make up 78% of 5,764 active Medical Laboratory Technologist listings.
Source: aggregated from 5,764 live SonicJobs listings · employment-type mix · updated .
08 · REMOTE & VISA
Are there remote or visa-sponsored Medical Laboratory Technologist jobs?
As of October 4, 2026, 6 of 5,764 active Medical Laboratory Technologist listings (0.1%) offer remote or telehealth work.
6
Remote / telehealth jobs
0.1% of active Medical Laboratory Technologist listings.
Source: aggregated from 5,764 live SonicJobs listings · remote flag from listings; visa sponsorship is an editorial estimate · updated .
10 · LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
What licenses and certifications do you need?
Clinical laboratory technologists typically need a bachelor’s degree, while technicians usually need an associate degree and often work under a technologist’s supervision. Some states require licensure, and professional certification (e.g., ASCP) is widely preferred.
Licensure requirements per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and NCSBN — see Sources.
11 · BENEFITS & BONUSES
What benefits do Medical Laboratory Technologist jobs offer?
As of October 4, 2026, Paid time off is the most commonly advertised benefit for Medical Laboratory Technologist roles, appearing in 68% of listings that disclose benefits (43% of all Medical Laboratory Technologist listings).
Source: aggregated from 5,764 live SonicJobs listings · benefit mentions · 43% of listings disclose benefits · updated .
13 · FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Medical Laboratory Technologist FAQ
What is the difference between a medical laboratory technologist and a technician?
Technologists typically hold a bachelor’s degree and perform more complex analyses, while technicians usually hold an associate degree and often work under a technologist’s supervision. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
What is the job outlook for Medical Laboratory Technologists?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of clinical laboratory technologists and technicians to grow 2% from 2024 to 2034, with about 22,600 openings each year on average, at a median wage of $61,890 per year (May 2024). SonicJobs-advertised pay is shown in the salary section above.
SOURCES & METHODOLOGY
Sources & methodology
Live hiring, salary, location, employer, employment-type, remote, and benefit figures are aggregated from active Medical Laboratory Technologist listings on SonicJobs and refreshed weekly; salary reflects employer-advertised pay where disclosed. Role definition, education, licensure, and national wage and outlook are sourced from the organisations listed under Sources.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook — National median wage, employment outlook, education and licensure
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) — Board of Certification for laboratory professionals