Medical Lab Technician- Nights

MultiCare; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare is hiring a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) for Allenmore Hospital in Tacoma. The role involves handling specimens, performing tests, and ensuring quality control on diagnostic instruments during night shifts.

Requirements include an Associate degree, MLT (ASCP) certification or eligibility, and phlebotomy-related certification if applicable. The position supports patient care in a community-oriented hospital setting with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate degree or equivalent.
• MLT (ASCP) certification required/eligible.
• Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist cert or eligible (if phlebotomy duties apply).

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens and establish positive identification.
• Determine specimen suitability and reject if necessary.
• Acquire/prepare reagents as needed and maintain supplies.
• Perform instrument maintenance and calibration.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Data analysis

Specimen handling

Education

Associate degree

MLT (ASCP) certification

Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist certification/eligible

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

**Join a team that shares your calling** At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. **FTE:** 0.88\\_, **Shift:** Nights\\_, **Schedule:** 8:00pm-6:30am, 7 days on and 7 days off**Position Summary**The Medical Lab Technician (MLT) is an exciting technical opportunity at MultiCare. In this role, you will perform a dynamic range of daily work functions from patient analytic laboratory testing, quality control, to data analysis and technical problem resolutions.**Responsibilities:*** You will receive specimens, establish and maintain positive identification of specimens* You will determine suitability of specimen; may reject specimen* You will acquire/prepare reagents as needed* You will perform instrument maintenance and calibration**Requirements*** Associate degree* Current Certification of Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT (ASCP)CM. or MLT (ASCP)* 50 week military program in lieu of associate’s degree may be accepted.* Current Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist Certification or Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist eligible (if duties will include phlebotomy)* Minimum one (1) year of previous laboratory experience preferred**About Allenmore Hospital**MultiCare Allenmore Hospital has served Tacoma since 1929, offering convenient access to primary and specialty care services. This 130-bed hospital provides advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies and a 24-hour Emergency Department, all located on a patient-friendly, easily accessible campus.**About the Tacoma Community**Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it’s a city where you can live, work and play.**Why MultiCare?*** **Rooted in the local community** – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years* **Growth and education** – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future* **Well-being and support** – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life* **Living our values** – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other* **Belonging for al**l – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued* **Pacific Northwest lifestyle** – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life**Pay and Benefit Expectations**We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $30.67 - $50.69 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.