Medical Laboratory Technician

Sea Mar Community Health Centers; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Prescription coverage

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Paid‑time‑off starting at 24 days per

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Olympia, WA, seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform phlebotomy, run diagnostic tests, and assist with X-ray procedures after certification. The ideal candidate will be bilingual (English/Spanish) and skilled in delivering patient‑centered care in a fast-paced clinic setting.

The MLT will work under the Admin Lab Director, ensuring accurate results and smooth workflow while collaborating with providers and nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 50 weeks of military lab training.
• US certification/license required; foreign credential evaluation may be required.
• Minimum 1 year of hospital/clinic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and diagnostic tests, and X-ray procedures after WA DOH certification.
• Assess results, troubleshoot instrument issues, and coordinate with providers for patient care.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Diagnostic testing

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate degree or 50 weeks military lab training

US certification/license

Tools

EHR/EMR systems

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician

Hourly Rate: $22.75

Position Summary

Full-time MLT position available for our Medical Clinic in the Olympia, WA area. We are looking for a bilingual candidate that can speak English/Spanish. The ideal candidate will have proven excellent customer services skills, demonstrate an enthusiastic and professional demeanor, and excel at multi‑tasking while being an integral part of the care team, ensuring patient flow and delivering quality patient care in a safe and timely manner. The Medical Laboratory Technician works under the direction of the Admin Lab Director.

Responsibilities

The MLT is responsible for performing phlebotomy, diagnostic laboratory tests, X‑ray procedures (after DOH WA State certification), and electrocardiograms‑spirometry (after training) to assist in diagnosing and treating patients' diseases and conditions. Must recognize unexpected results and instrument malfunction, take appropriate action, analyze situations, solve problems, and work closely with providers, nursing staff, and other clinic personnel to ensure the smooth running of the department.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Associate’s degree in biology, chemistry, clinical laboratory or physical science, or at least 50 weeks of training conducted in a military laboratory setting as a Medical Lab Tech.
• US certification/license required. If applicable, foreign translation and credential evaluation must be completed.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a hospital or clinic setting desired.
• Proficient in EHR, PM Excel, Work, and other Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of X‑ray is a plus but not mandatory.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid‑time‑off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid holidays

Additional Information

Sea Mar offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. For full‑time employees working 30 hours or more, there is a 401(k)/Retirement option.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mandatory COVID‑19 and Flu Vaccination

Sea Mar mandates mandatory COVID‑19 and flu vaccination for employees.