Medical Laboratory Technician

HiredFirst; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HiredFirst in Portland, OR is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform routine and complex laboratory testing to support patient diagnosis and treatment. The role requires accuracy and collaboration with healthcare teams.

You will operate lab equipment, maintain quality control, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The position follows a rotating schedule including Nights and Evenings.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field is required.
• MLT certification (ASCP or equivalent) is required or preferred.
• Prior clinical laboratory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory testing to support patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Analyze specimens, operate lab equipment, and ensure accuracy of results.
• Maintain quality control, follow safety protocols, and adhere to regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to report and interpret findings.
• Document results accurately and maintain proper lab records.

Skills

Lab testing

Quality control

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

ASCP certification

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Schedule

10-hour Variable Shifts

Nights: 9:00 PM - 7:30 AM (7 on / 7 off rotation)

Evenings: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (varied days)

Rotating schedule: 4×10s one week, 3×10s the next

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Perform routine and complex laboratory testing to support patient diagnosis and treatment

Analyze specimens, operate lab equipment, and ensure accuracy of results

Maintain quality control, follow safety protocols, and adhere to regulatory standards

Collaborate with healthcare teams to report and interpret findings

Document results accurately and maintain proper lab records

Requirements

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field – Required

MLT certification (ASCP or equivalent) – Required/Preferred

Prior clinical laboratory experience – Preferred