Medical Lab Technician
Put your curiosity to the test.
You’re a critical thinker who is eager to join the growing healthcare field. As a medical lab technician, you can put your skills to work in a fulfilling career that promotes wellness in everyone you encounter. By conducting and analyzing lab tests and performing medical research, medical lab technicians are a crucial part of a healthcare team.
The Perks
With a high job satisfaction, minimal training time and opportunities to grow, medical lab technician is a job path perfect for bright and driven people like you.
15
Months
It takes roughly 7 to 15 months of job training to become a medical lab technician.
13%
Growth
Medical lab technician jobs will grow by approximately 13% between 2016 and 2026.
$41700
Salary
The average annual salary for a medical lab technician is $41,700.
Dan Jones
MLT
I love that I get to use my passion for science in a relatively low-stress healthcare. I enjoy what I do and am already on the path to advance my career.
What Do I Need?
With a handful of skills and one to two years of training, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a medical lab technician.
High School Diploma
High School Diploma
Associate's Degree
Those hoping to become medical lab technicians typically need a two-year associate’s degree through an accredited program.
On-the-Job Training
Once you begin work, you’ll be trained by a senior technician or other healthcare professional.
Analytical Thinking
Medical lab technicians need to be able to analyze body fluids and tissue samples and record any abnormal findings.
Love of Science
As a medical lab technician, you’ll get to put your curiosity for chemistry, biology and physiology to good use.
Certification (optional)
Even if your state does not require certification, getting certified can be a great boost to your resume.
High School Diploma
Employers require medical lab technician job candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Associate's Degree
Those hoping to become medical lab technicians typically need a two-year associate’s degree through an accredited program.
On-the-Job Training
Once you begin work, you’ll be trained by a senior technician or other healthcare professional.
Analytical Thinking
Medical lab technicians need to be able to analyze body fluids and tissue samples and record any abnormal findings.
Love of Science
As a medical lab technician, you’ll get to put your curiosity for chemistry, biology and physiology to good use.
Certification (optional)
Even if your state does not require certification, getting certified can be a great boost to your resume.
Your Resources
Clinical Laboratory Technology, Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
BJC HealthCare Careers
SSM Health Careers
BESt Pharmacy Summer Institute
EXPLORE Healthcare with Centene
