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Phlebotomist

Vero Beach, FL · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Prepare and ship reference laboratory specimens and resolve pending specimens and pending ... hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Phlebotomist

Stuart, FL · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Prepare and ship reference laboratory specimens and resolve pending specimens and pending ... hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Phlebotomist

Vero Beach, FL · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Prepare and ship reference laboratory specimens and resolve pending specimens and pending ... hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Phlebotomist

Stuart, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Prepare and ship reference laboratory specimens and resolve pending specimens and pending ... hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

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How much do hourly reference laboratory jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly reference laboratory in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Reference Laboratory vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectHourly Reference LaboratoryMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a certification or license in laboratory sciencesRequires an associate degree in medical laboratory technology and certification
Work EnvironmentOperates in specialized reference labs handling complex testsWorks in hospitals, clinics, or diagnostic labs performing routine tests
Employer & IndustryEmployed by reference labs serving multiple healthcare providersEmployed by hospitals, clinics, or diagnostic centers
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for testing scope and certification requirementsCompared for daily tasks and certification standards

The main difference is that Hourly Reference Laboratory staff typically work in specialized labs with complex testing, requiring specific certifications, while Medical Laboratory Technicians perform routine tests in healthcare settings. Both roles require laboratory credentials but differ in scope and work environment.

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Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Pharma Services FISH

NeoGenomics Laboratories

Fort Myers, FL • On-site

$29.38 - $55.29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


NeoGenomics rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 120 rated laboratories


Job description

Description
Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.
We believe in career development and empowering our employees. Not only do we provide career coaches internally, but we offer many training opportunities to expand your knowledge base! We have highly competitive benefits with a variety of HMO and PPO options. We have company 401k match along with an Employee Stock Purchase Program. We have tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and even start employees off with 16 days of paid time off plus holidays. We offer wellness courses and have highly engaged employee resource groups. Come join the Neo team and be part of our amazing World Class Culture!
NeoGenomics is looking for a Clinical Laboratory Technologist for our Pharma Services FISH (CG ASCP required) department in Fort Myers, FL who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow.
Shift: Dayshift, either 5x8's Tuesday-Saturday or 4x10's Wednesday-Saturday (subject to change based on business needs)
Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:
As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.
Position Summary:
The Clinical Laboratory Technologist works under general supervision and is responsible for complex laboratory procedures and handling all types of specimens submitted to the department for processing tasks assigned.
Responsibilities:
  • Performs clinical laboratory tests proficiently in the department under general supervision, and exercises independent judgment in the specialty assigned
  • Follows the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintains accurate and complete records of all testing performed on-site
  • Maintains records that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens
  • Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing, prepares clinical specimens for testing and identifies specimen related problems according to established SOP guidelines.
  • Analyzes specimens using approved testing procedures
  • Reviews, releases test results and follows department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to the interpreting physician per department SOP
  • Performs and documents Quality Control on reagents, equipment and assays. Recognizes and acts on QC failures by consultation or follow-up with the department Supervisor or Lead technologist regarding courses of action taken to achieve resolution
  • Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
  • Prepare stock solutions, reagents and cocktails used in the laboratory as per established SOP's. Tests and evaluates them based on standard criteria and documents all observed results

Experience, Educations and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology from an accredited college or university preferred.
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences with the addition of at least one year of laboratory experience/training/training course
  • 1+ years equivalent experience (high complexity testing) preferred
  • Certificate Compliance Requirements:
    • Nationally: ASCP certification for the assigned specialty, as available
    • FL: current state license to perform laboratory testing = Clinical Laboratory Technologist
    • CA: current state license to perform laboratory testing = Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist
    • TN: current state license to perform laboratory testing = Medical Laboratory Professional

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Pay Range (will vary based on location & experience) $29.38 - $55.29 hourly, plus bonus
In all instances, the salary paid will satisfy minimum salary laws.

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