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LifePoint Health

Medical Lab Technician

Henderson, NC · On-site

$10/hr

A Medical Lab Technician - MLT who excels in this role: • Performs common testing procedures and reports test results. • Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting. • Performs quality ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average weekly pay for 3rd shift medical lab technician in Raleigh, NC is $1,742.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,084.62 and $2,225.00 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 3Rd Shift Medical Lab Technician vs 3Rd Shift Medical Laboratory Technologist?

Aspect3Rd Shift Medical Lab Technician3Rd Shift Medical Laboratory Technologist
CredentialsCertification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT or MLS), often requiring a bachelor's degree
Work EnvironmentClinical laboratories, hospitals, diagnostic labs, primarily performing routine testsSame environments, with additional responsibilities for complex testing and supervision
Job ResponsibilitiesPerforming routine lab tests, preparing samples, maintaining equipmentPerforming complex tests, analyzing results, overseeing lab procedures

While both roles work in clinical labs during the third shift, Medical Laboratory Technicians focus on routine testing and sample preparation, whereas Medical Laboratory Technologists handle more complex analyses and often supervise technicians. The technologist role typically requires higher education and certification, reflecting increased responsibilities.

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3rd shift medical lab technicians typically work overnight hours, often from around 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM or midnight to 8:00 AM. These shifts are common in laboratories that operate 24/7 to ensure continuous testing and patient care.

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Infographic showing various 3Rd Shift Medical Lab Technician job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,610 per year, or $43.6 per hour.

Medical Lab Technician

LifePoint Health

Henderson, NC • On-site

$10/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

LifePoint Health rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 273 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

766th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

MRI Technician

Your experience matters

Central Carolina Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a MRI Technician joining our team, you are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute:

A Medical Lab Technician – MLT who excels in this role:

• Performs common testing procedures and reports test results.

• Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Performs quality control testing.

• Maintains supplies needed for performance of tests.

• Labels, processes and delivers specimens for testing.

• Collects blood specimens using age-appropriate techniques.

• Assists with receiving, identifying, accessioning, processing and transporting specimens.

• Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time employees, and more.
  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for:

Applicants should have a current Tennessee MLT (ASCP) certification or AMT license. Associates of Applied Science degree in Clinical Lab Technology or equivalent certification by a CLIA approved credentialing organization. Additional requirements include:

  • Basic Life Support certification is required within 60 days of hire

More about Central Carolina Hospital

Central Carolina Hospital is a 137-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Lee County community for over 115 years. We are proud to be recognized by Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center and by the American College of Cardiology as a Chest Pain Center. We have also earned Heart Failure Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology. In 2024, we received the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines Stroke Rural Recognition Silver Award.

EEOC Statement

Central Carolina Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Central Carolina Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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About LifePoint Health

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

1999

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