Medical Lab Technician (MLT) I/II

Shelby American, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Lab Technician to join their team in Tacoma. This role involves performing essential laboratory tests and analyses, ensuring quality control, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in medical lab techniques and a commitment to providing quality healthcare. With a focus on employee well-being, this organization offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

18+ annual paid holidays

Generous paid sick and vacation accruals

401(k) with annual profit sharing

Life & AD&D insurance coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent work/home life balance

Qualifications

• Accurate performance of laboratory tests and maintenance of records.
• Knowledgeable in medical lab science and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests accurately.
• Maintain quality control and sample integrity in testing.

Skills

Medical Lab Techniques

Phlebotomy

Quality Control Procedures

Computer Systems Proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

NAACLS accredited MLT program

Military MLT program

Tools

Electronic Health Record System

Job description

Description

Position Close Date: March 13, 2025

PUYALLUP TRIBAL HEALTH AUTHORITY, located in Tacoma, Washington is seeking a full time (40 hrs/week) Medical Lab Technician I or II (MLT). The Medical Lab Tech provides medical laboratory testing and analysis services utilizing professional level laboratory techniques.

“It is the mission of the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority to provide quality healthcare and promote wellness in a culturally appropriate manner.”

We offer an outstanding workplace, competitive market based salary, and benefits packages including:

• Monday – Friday schedule
• Medical/Dental/Vision benefits – monthly premiums paid 100% for employees
• 18+ annual paid holidays
• Generous paid sick and vacation accruals
• 401(k) with annual profit sharing
• Life & AD&D insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent work/home life balance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Medical Lab Technician (MLT) I

• Accurately performs routine and specialized laboratory tests and maintains accurate records of test processes and results, according to department guidelines.
• Accurately utilizes and is knowledgeable of medical lab science, materials, equipment, procedures and techniques.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate samples, cultures, and techniques to assure the highest level of quality control in testing.
• Efficiently and skillfully performs phlebotomy techniques to ensure sample integrity.
• Performs daily, weekly and/or monthly maintenance of laboratory, equipment and supplies and adheres to quality control procedures and standards.
• Accurately utilizes and is proficient in using multiple computer systems within department.
• Completes continuing education courses as required to maintain certification.

Medical Lab Technician (MLT) II - Additional Functions

• Assists with training new employees and/or students in departmental processes, procedures, theoretical and operational functions and provides effective feedback on a daily, weekly or as needed basis.
• Uses independent judgment to evaluate, release and report patient results, as soon as reasonably possible, within the scope of established testing methods.
• Consult with physicians and other medical professionals when necessary.
• Order and inventory lab materials and supplies as requested.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Medical Lab Technician (MLT) program -OR- successful completion of a fifty (50) week military MLT program
• Must apply for a Medical Assistant (MA) Phlebotomist certification with the State of WA within the first month of hire and obtain active status within four (4) months.
• Experience and/or ability to work with an electronic health record system.
• Current BLS certification.

MLT I:

• Medical Lab Technician (MLT) certification or ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of hire.
• Successful completion of a six (6) month laboratory clinical rotation, performing moderate to high complexity testing.

MLT II:

• Medical Lab Technician (MLT) certification and two (2) years’ medical lab generalist experience, performing moderate to high complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting.