How much does a Medical Laboratory Technologist make in Virginia? The average Medical Laboratory Technologist salary in Virginia is $59,601 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $53,501 and $65,201. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Medical Laboratory Technologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medical Laboratory Technologist Salary $47,947 VA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Medical Laboratory Technologist Salary $53,501 VA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Medical Laboratory Technologist Salary $59,601 VA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Medical Laboratory Technologist Salary $65,201 VA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Medical Laboratory Technologist Salary $70,300 VA March 26, 2024
25% $53,501 10% $47,947 90% $70,300 75% $65,201 $59,601 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Medical Laboratory Technologist prepares specimens for microscope examination. Performs manual and automated routine medical lab tests such as urinalyses and blood counts. Being a Medical Laboratory Technologist conducts only waived and moderate level testing as classified by CLIA. Operates laboratory equipment including centrifuges, dry bath incubators, and blood bank refrigerators. In addition, Medical Laboratory Technologist typically requires an associate's degree of Lab science. Typically reports to a Medical Technologist. Requires certification by ASCP or AMT. Requires passing a national exam given by the Board of Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Medical Laboratory Technologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Annandale, VA Avg. Salary $66,092 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Virginia State University, VA Avg. Salary $57,600 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, VA Avg. Salary $51,840 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accomac, VA Avg. Salary $56,115 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Achilles, VA Avg. Salary $56,115 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, VA Avg. Salary $54,097 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alberta, VA Avg. Salary $57,244 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aldie, VA Avg. Salary $65,795 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, VA Avg. Salary $66,092 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Altavista, VA Avg. Salary $54,275 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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