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How much do mlt ascp jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for mlt ascp in the United States is $37.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.64 and $44.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an MLT ASCP?

MLT ASCP stands for Medical Laboratory Technician certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology. These professionals perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, and other body fluids to help doctors diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases. MLTs work in hospitals, clinics, and laboratories, operating complex lab equipment and ensuring the accuracy of test results. Earning the ASCP certification demonstrates that a technician meets national standards for knowledge and competence in medical laboratory science.

What are some common challenges Medical Laboratory Technicians with ASCP certification face when working in a fast-paced clinical lab environment?

Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT ASCP) often encounter challenges such as managing high sample volumes, maintaining accuracy under time constraints, and adapting to rapidly changing technologies and protocols. Balancing multiple tasks—like processing specimens, running diagnostic tests, and ensuring quality control—requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Additionally, collaborating effectively with other healthcare professionals to provide timely and reliable results is crucial for patient care, making communication and teamwork essential in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medical Laboratory Technician with ASCP certification?

To thrive as an MLT (ASCP), you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, specimen analysis, and clinical pathology, typically supported by an associate degree in medical laboratory technology and ASCP certification. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), automated analyzers, and quality control protocols is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for ensuring accurate results and collaboration with healthcare teams. These competencies are vital for delivering reliable diagnostic data that support patient care and medical decision-making.

What is the difference between Mlt Ascp vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectMlt AscpMedical Laboratory Technician
CertificationsASCP certification requiredTypically requires certification, such as ASCP or equivalent
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, diagnostic labsHospitals, diagnostic labs, research facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesPerforming lab tests, analyzing samples, reporting resultsSimilar duties, including specimen analysis and test processing
Industry UsageWidely recognized in healthcare and lab settingsCommonly used term in healthcare industry

The Mlt Ascp and Medical Laboratory Technician roles are very similar, often overlapping in duties, work environments, and certification requirements. The main difference lies in the certification, with Mlt Ascp specifically referring to those certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Both roles are essential in healthcare labs, performing vital diagnostic tests to support patient care.

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Infographic showing various Mlt Ascp job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $77,303 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician), ASCP Eligible / MT (Medical Technologist), ASCP Eligible

Cape Cod Healthcare Inc.

Falmouth, MA • On-site

$27.89 - $48.19/hr

Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic laboratory tests and procedures in various areas of the laboratory, including blood bank, hematology, serology, chemistry, coagulation, clinical microscopy, and microbiology.

  • Draw venous or capillary blood from patients, package specimens with relevant information, and arrange for delivery to reference laboratories.

  • Prepare, set up, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment, and record test results and quality control data.


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6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

534th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Purpose of Position
MLT, ASCP Eligible: Under the general direction of the Laboratory Manager, plans, sets up, carries out and evaluates diagnostic laboratory tests and procedures. Performs phlebotomy duties. MT, ASCP Eligible: Plan, set-up and carry out a wide variety of diagnostic laboratory tests and procedures in conformance with physician's orders and established operating procedures. Follow appropriate procedures to be used and evaluate results obtained.
Description
MLT, ASCP Eligible:
  • Must be courteous to patients, visitors, physicians, volunteers, and other employees of the organization.
  • Assumes responsibility for assigned areas of laboratory activity.
  • Maintains proficiency and performs diagnostic test in blood bank, hematology, serology, chemistry, coagulation, clinical, microscopy and bacteriology.
  • Carries out and initiates follow up of organic and inorganic diagnostic test.
  • Draws venous or capillary blood from inpatients and outpatients as required.
  • Packages specimens together with pertinent information.
  • Arranges for delivery to reference laboratory.
  • Prioritizes requests according to need and condition.
  • Records and checks results of tests.
  • Ensures prompt transmittal of accurate reports and test results to physicians and nursing units.
  • Ensures proper reporting of charges and billing information for all services.
  • Completes periodic proficiency survey tests for unknown samples submitted for analysis and completes required reports.
  • Prepares and sets up equipment for tests.
  • Assures proper calibration of equipment.
  • Performs and records daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checks of all laboratory equipment.
  • Keeps abreast of new developments in the field of clinical laboratory procedures, techniques and equipment.
  • Must wear facility provided identification badge at all times.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
MT, ASCP Eligible:
  • Must be courteous to patients, visitors, physicians, volunteers, and other employees of the organization.
  • Responsible for assigned areas of laboratory activities.
  • Shall maintain proficiency and perform diagnostic tests in any of the areas of the laboratory to include: Blood bank, Serology, Coagulation, Hematology, Chemistry, clinical Microscopy and Microbiology.
  • When assigned to the section the M.T. will perform diagnostic tests in conformance with the laboratory procedure and physician order; initiate follow up as necessary to confirm an order; draw venous or capillary blood from patients as required; receive other body fluids or specimens from inpatients and outpatients; package specimens together with pertinent information arrange for delivery to reference laboratory; and prioritize requests according to need and conditions.
  • Record, file, and check all laboratory results and effectively communicate as soon as possible all required results to appropriate personnel. Ensure proper reporting of all charges and data-processing copies. Complete periodic proficiency survey tests and record required reports. Maintain confidentiality of all patient reports and distribute to those authorized.
  • Interact with public, patients, and other professionals in a discrete, polite, and professional manner.
  • Prepare and set-up equipment for various tests, assure proper calibration of equipment.
  • Operate within established control parameters for all laboratory test.
  • Ensure constant documentation and retention of all quality control data.
  • Perform and record daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checks on all laboratory equipment.
  • Practice efficient economical use of laboratory supplies and reagents.
  • Ensure adequate availability of required supplies and reagents and communicate to appropriate supervisory personnel when necessary.
  • Keep abreast of new developments in the field of clinical laboratory, including procedures, techniques, equipment and computers.
  • Has ability to learn and perform new procedures established in the clinical laboratory.
  • Maintain work area in a neat, clean and orderly condition at all times.
  • Assist in work performed by MLT; orientation of all new personnel; training of students, and instruction to nontechnical personnel.
  • Must wear facility provided identification badge.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
    Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Falmouth Hospital's commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Qualifications
MLT, ASCP Eligible:
• Associate's degree in science from an accredited institution and completion of an approved medical technician internship program.
• ASCP eligible.
• Computer skills preferred.
MT, ASCP Eligible:
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Medical/Clinical Laboratory science, Medical Technology, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry from an accredited institution and completion of an approved Medical Technology internship program.
• ASCP or equivalent certification required within six (6) months of hire. HEW certification acceptable.
• Computer skills preferred.

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