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Certified Medical Technologist (CLS) - Hematology/Chemistry - FT - Evenings - Augusta, GA
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Augusta, GA
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Augusta area earn a median of $31.13 per hour, about $64,750 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.43 and $37.19. That ranks 73rd of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 53rd of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Augusta. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Augusta.
- $31.13median pay per hour, Augusta
- $21–$37typical range per hour
- 580employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Certified Medical Technologist -Chemistry/Hematology - FT - Evenings - Augusta, GA
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Augusta, GA
The metro median is 3% above the Georgia statewide median of $30.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 580 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.11 | $35,590 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.43 | $44,570 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.13 | $64,750 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.19 | $77,360 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.37 | $92,290 | 49% above U.S. median |
How Augusta ranks
- 73rd of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 53rd of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 12 Georgia metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for medical laboratory scientist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2010), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Augusta-Richmond County run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 70.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.13 median hour buys what $33.87 buys at the national price level, 14% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Augusta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,121
- Per year: $56,034
- Per month: $4,670
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Augusta-Richmond County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Augusta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
Travel medical laboratory scientist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Medical Laboratory Scientist roles in Georgia
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Medical Technologist (MT)(MLS)(MLT)
Advocate Health · Georgia
$30.70–$46.05/ hour
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Medical Technologist (MT)(MLS)(MLT)
Advocate Health · Georgia
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Medical Technologist Specialist - Blood Bank (MLS) (MT)
Advocate Health · Georgia
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Medical Laboratory Scientist
CommonSpirit Health · Ringgold, GA
$30.76–$45.76/ hour
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Supervisory Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Benning, GA
$79k–$103k/ year
Hospitals in Augusta
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Va Medical Center Augusta, GA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Augusta Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Mcg Health, Affiliated With Med Col Augusta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| East Central Regional Hospital Augusta, GA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | 82 mi | $24.96/hr | 144,788 |
| Athens, GA | 85 mi | $29.64/hr | 128,691 |
| Macon, GA | 101 mi | $30.00/hr | 157,056 |
| Greenville, SC | 103 mi | $24.14/hr | 74,371 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 106 mi | $26.41/hr | 86,199 |
| Savannah, GA | 106 mi | $30.19/hr | 148,808 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do medical laboratory scientists make in Augusta, GA?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area have a median pay of $31.13 per hour, about $64,750 a year. The middle half earn between $21.43 and $37.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Augusta a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Augusta-Richmond County ranks 53rd of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 73rd of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Augusta?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, led by Augusta Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Augusta as a medical laboratory scientist?
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Augusta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Augusta is $122 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Piedmont Hospital, Inc.Atlanta, GA · 2 wage offers$47.16/ hr$47–$47
- Emory Healthcare, Inc.Atlanta, GA · 10 wage offers$39.97/ hr$33–$48
- Advocate HealthGeorgia · 3 postings$38.38/ hr$31–$50
- The Medical Center, Inc.Columbus, GA · 7 wage offers$36.00/ hr$30–$42
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Low$31Median$38.38High$49
5 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in Georgia, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 Lab Scientist roles
- Medical Technologist (MT)(MLS)(MLT)Permanent$30.70–$46.05/ hour
- Medical Technologist (MT)(MLS)(MLT)Permanent$30.70–$46.05/ hour
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