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Medical Technologist Rochester, MN

Rochester, MN · On-site

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Medical Technologist Rochester, MN $1013/Weekly Gross**Estimated pay package. Does not include ... At least two years clinical laboratory experience required * Valid MN license Triage Exclusive A ...

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Travel Medical Technologist

Rochester, MN · On-site

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Travel Travel Laboratory: Medical Technologist Rochester, MN Location: Rochester, MN Start Date: 9/22/2026 Shift Details: 8H Days 40 hours per week Length: 52 WEEKS Apply for specific facility ...

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Travel Medical Technologist

Rochester, MN · On-site

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Travel Travel Laboratory: Medical Technologist Rochester, MN Location: Rochester, MN Start Date: 10/6/2026 Shift Details: 8H Days 40 hours per week Length: 52 WEEKS Apply for specific facility ...

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Travel Medical Technologist

Rochester, MN · On-site

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Travel Travel Laboratory: Medical Technologist Rochester, MN Location: Rochester, MN Start Date: 8/25/2026 Shift Details: 8H Days 40 hours per week Length: 27 WEEKS Apply for specific facility ...

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Travel Medical Technologist

Rochester, MN · On-site

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Travel Travel Laboratory: Medical Technologist Rochester, MN Location: Rochester, MN Start Date: 10/6/2026 Shift Details: 8H Days 40 hours per week Length: 52 WEEKS Apply for specific facility ...

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How much do medical laboratory technologist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical laboratory technologist in Rochester, MN is $37.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.08 and $45.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical laboratory technologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Laboratory Technologist, you need a solid background in biology, chemistry, and laboratory science, usually supported by a bachelor's degree and relevant certification (such as ASCP). Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), automated analyzers, and quality control procedures is critical. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate test results, support patient diagnosis and treatment, and maintain laboratory safety and regulatory compliance.

What is the difference between Medical Laboratory Technologist vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectMedical Laboratory TechnologistMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field, certification often requiredDiploma or associate degree, certification may be required
Work EnvironmentPerform complex tests, analyze results, and interpret data in hospitals, labsAssist with routine testing, prepare samples, and operate equipment
Employer & IndustryHospitals, diagnostic labs, research facilitiesClinics, smaller labs, hospitals

Medical Laboratory Technologists typically have more advanced education and perform complex testing and analysis, while Medical Laboratory Technicians support routine testing and sample preparation. Both roles are essential in diagnostic labs, but Technologists usually handle more complex tasks and have greater responsibilities.

What is a medical laboratory technologist?

Medical Laboratory Technologists are trained healthcare professionals who perform complex laboratory tests on patient samples such as blood, urine, and tissues. They analyze these samples to help doctors diagnose, treat, and monitor diseases. Their work is essential in detecting abnormalities, identifying infections, and ensuring accurate laboratory results. Medical Laboratory Technologists often work in hospitals, clinics, and research laboratories, operating sophisticated equipment and following strict protocols to maintain quality and safety.

What are some common challenges medical laboratory technologists face in maintaining quality and accuracy in test results?

Medical Laboratory Technologists often encounter challenges such as managing high sample volumes, adhering to strict turnaround times, and ensuring accurate results despite potential instrument errors or sample contamination. Staying updated on evolving laboratory protocols and navigating frequent equipment calibrations also require attention to detail and ongoing training. Collaboration with other healthcare professionals and clear communication are essential to promptly address discrepancies or unexpected findings, contributing to both patient safety and laboratory efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Medical Laboratory Technologist job openings in Rochester, MN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,578 per year, or $37.8 per hour.

Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Scientist - CLT/CLS/MLS

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, MN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 699 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

129th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Are you looking to further develop your career within Clinical Labs? We invite you to explore our Clinical Lab Technologist - Clinical Lab Science opportunities, where you will perform tests on specimens from Mayo Clinic, its affiliated laboratory services, and from clinics and hospitals around the world!
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other hospital according to U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024. We are excited to invite you to be a part of our team within the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!
Visit the Clinical Labs career siteto watch a brief video of Dalena describing a role as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist at Mayo Clinic.
It is Mayo Clinic's mission to provide excellent, culturally relevant care to all patients in a welcoming environment that champions a culture of belonging for all. In DLMP, we aim to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve by creating a safe work environment where differences are valued, allowing individuals to achieve and contribute to their fullest potential. By leveraging the strengths that everyone brings to the table, we gain the strategic advantages of accelerated innovation, better problem solving, enhanced productivity and job satisfaction, improved quality, and, most importantly, we find better ways to meet the needs of our patients.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Performs analyses on blood, tissue, and body fluids to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of patients.
  • Testing is performed in specialized laboratories and may include highly skilled manual techniques or automated testing using sophisticated instrumentation.
  • Responsibilities may include but are not limited to instrument operation and maintenance, troubleshooting assays, evaluating tests for accuracy, assisting with interpreting results, and operational support activities to optimize testing.
  • Works with multiple computer systems to retrieve information and report results.
  • May work with minimal supervision and may assist with specimen collection.
  • Must strictly adhere to safety protocols to work with infectious specimens, chemicals and other hazards.
  • Must be capable of producing accurate results under time constraints, multi-tasking, and performing in a fast-paced and changing environment.
  • Experience with operation and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and assay systems is desirable.
  • Must possess good communication skills and be able to work closely with others.
  • Must be able to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, on-call, and weekend work assignments.
  • Actively partners with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

*Individuals hired to this position are asked to complete 2 years in the role before being eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic*
*This position is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program*
Qualifications
Graduate or student graduating within three months with a bachelor's degree in:
Clinical Laboratory Technologist-CLT
Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a biological science (such as, but may not be limited to Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, etc.) is required.
Clinical Laboratory Technologist-CLS
  • Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)
  • Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS)
  • Medical Technology (MT)

Or bachelor's degree plus Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS), Medical Technology (MT), as recognized by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) is required. A HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree.
Additional Qualifications
Individuals that meet the following criteria will receive preference.
  • MLS/CLS Degrees
  • Current contracted (contingent) employees of DLMP wanting to move to another laboratory for permanent hire within DLMP
  • Current Mayo Clinic Employees (non-lateral CLT/CLS)
  • Graduates of the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences Medical Laboratory Science Program
  • Former DLMP and Summer Lab Science Program (SLSP) employees

To be considered, ALL MUST be included in the cover letter drop box of the Supporting Documents/URLs section in your application:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted) or NACES detailed international equivalency for foreign degrees.
  • Internal candidates must provide their past three performance appraisals.

* For international/foreign trained applicants, it is the responsibility of the international/foreign to provide to Mayo Clinic the following information. The applicant is responsible for the cost associated with obtaining the equivalency evaluation.
International Transcript:
  • MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation.
  • MUST show US equivalent degree.
  • Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) www.aice-eval.org.

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Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
About the Team
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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Mayo Clinic is the largest integrated, not-for-profit medical group practice in the world. We're building the future, one where the best possible care is available to everyone — and more people can heal at home. Our relentless research turns into earlier diagnoses and new cures. That's how we inspire hope in those who need it most. At Mayo Clinic, experts work together to solve the most challenging unmet needs of patients. Our history of innovation dates back almost 150 years, when brothers Will and Charlie Mayo pioneered an integrated, team-based approach to medicine. Today, that trailblazing spirit drives innovations like Mayo Clinic Platform — which powers new technologies to change how care is delivered to all.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Rochester, MN, US

Year founded

1919

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