Medical Lab Technician Jobs in Union, NJ

A Medical Lab Technician (MLT) plays a critical role in the med tech industry, performing a wide range of tasks crucial for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Their primary responsibilities include preparing samples for analysis, performing microscopic examination of tissues, cells and other specimens, conducting chemical analyses of body fluids, blood typing, carrying out complex protein and nucleic acid tests on patient samples, and maintaining sophisticated laboratory equipment. MLTs are also instrumental in the analysis and interpretation of results, and they work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver the best patient care.

Important skills for a successful MLT include attention to detail, manual dexterity, technical skills, and the ability to work under pressure. They should also have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as good communication abilities. In terms of certification, individuals typically require an associate degree in medical technology or a related field. However, many employers prefer candidates with professional certification from organizations such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Prior to becoming an MLT, a person may have roles as a Phlebotomist, a Laboratory Assistant or a Medical Assistant. These roles provide the foundational knowledge and practical experience required to progress to an MLT position.

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Clinical Laboratory Technologist Trainee - Hematology

  • Raritan, NJ (21 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Raritan, NJ (21 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, Labcorp wants to speak with you...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Microbiology

  • Raritan, NJ (21 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Raritan, NJ (21 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you...

Assistant Professor - MLT Program CUNY Bronx Community College

  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Experience in clinical chemistry, hematology, immunology, transfusion medicine and/or microbiology and parasitology....

Travel Medical Lab Technician

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Travel Medical Lab Technician - $2,160 per week Travel Medical Lab Technician - $2,160 per week at GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy summary: The Travel Medical Lab Technician position offers...

Assistant Professor - MLT Program

  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Experience in clinical chemistry, hematology, immunology, transfusion medicine and/or microbiology and parasitology....

Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Blood Bank - Evening Shift Included Rotating Weekends and Holidays

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Join the laboratory team at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, a 591 -bed hospital affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical College, where we are dedicated to providing the highest...

Travel Clinical Laboratory Technologist Pathology - $2,862 per week

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Travel Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Pathology - $2,862 per week Integrated Healthcare Services Today Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel Medical Technologist for a travel job...

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

  • Jersey City, NJ (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (10 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Description: As a Medical Lab Technician, or Med Lab Tech, you'll work in the lab to help conduct important patient tests....

Travel Histology Technologist - $2,730 per week

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Soliant Health is seeking a travel Histology Technologist for a travel job in New York City, New York. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Histology Technologist Discipline: Allied Health...

Per Diem Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Pathology Blood Bank - Mount Sinai Morningside

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Non-Bargaining Unit, BJR - Pathology Blood Bank - STL, Mount Sinai St....

Histotechnologist I

  • Hackensack, NJ (17 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (17 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Histotechnologist I - Hackensack, NJ - Monday - Friday 6:30AM-3:00PM Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Histotechnologist I in Hackensack, NJ. This role is a hospital-based position at HUMC....

Histology Tech

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Benefits We Offer: + Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans + Competitive pay rates + Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! + Travel...

Travel Medical Lab Technician - $2,820 per week. Job in New York Gr8Jobs

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

HonorVet Technologies is seeking a travel Medical Lab Technician for a travel job in New York, New York....

Full Time Histotechnologist/Histotechnician

  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Medical Laboratory Technologist,Histotechnician, Histotechnologist or Laboratory technician to perform all routine procedures as a Histotechnologist to include and not limited to grossing,...

Travel Allied - Clinical Laboratory Tech (Medical Lab Technician)

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Union, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

We`ll be your ticket to the travel Medical Lab Technician job you`ll love with unparalleled recruiter support and industry-best benefits....

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Salary for Medical Lab Technician Jobs in Union, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Medical Lab Technicians in Union, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.1%
Associate's Degree
23.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.9%
Master's Degree
9.8%
High School or GED
9.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Lab Technicians in Union, NJ
Less than 1 year
43.8%
None
24.2%
4-6 years
15.2%
2-4 years
13.9%
1-2 years
2.9%


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