There are currently an estimated 171,400 medical and clinical laboratory technologists in the United States. The medical and clinical laboratory technologist job market is expected to grow by 11.6% between 2016 and 2026.
How employable are medical and clinical laboratory technologists?
CareerExplorer rates medical and clinical laboratory technologists with a B employability rating, meaning this career should provide good employment opportunities for the foreseeable future. Over the next 10 years, it is expected the US will need 22,800 medical and clinical laboratory technologists. That number is based on 19,800 additional medical and clinical laboratory technologists, and the retirement of 3,000 existing medical and clinical laboratory technologists.