Medical Laboratory Technician

University of California- Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis Health in Sacramento is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform waived and moderate complexity testing across multiple technical areas including Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, POC and Molecular Pathology. You will work under licensed supervision to deliver accurate results for patient care.

Candidates must hold a California MLT license and stay current with regulatory requirements. The role emphasizes QA, safety, documentation and collaboration with pathology and lab

Qualifications

• Must hold a California MLT license and maintain regulatory credentials.
• Knowledge of QA/QC processes and laboratory safety regulations.
• Experience with hospital regulatory standards (CDPH, CAP, TJC, OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Perform waived and moderate complexity laboratory testing.
• Analyze blood and body fluids across chemistry, hematology, immunology, POC, toxicology and molecular pathology.
• Maintain accurate LIS/EMR documentation and quality records.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safety procedures.

Skills

Licensing knowledge

Quality assurance

Laboratory safety

Documentation & records

Education

California Licensed Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) license

Tools

LIS

EPIC EMR

RL Solutions

Job description

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Technician position supports departmental goals through the performance of waived and moderate complexity laboratory testing, providing results that are both timely and accurate. The position performs blood and body fluid analysis in one or more of the technical sections including, Chemistry/Special Chemistry, Hematology/Hemostasis, Immunology, Point of Care (POC), Toxicology, and Molecular Pathology.

In accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, Section 1032.5, The Medical Laboratory Technician performs tests and examinations under the supervision of a licensed physician and surgeon, or a doctoral scientist, clinical laboratory bio analyst, clinical laboratory scientist, or clinical laboratory specialist.

Apply By Date: September 11, 2026 at 11:59pm. Selection activities may start at any time.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• California Licensed Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
• Must possess California State issued Medical Laboratory Technician license as appropriate for job responsibilities (current and renewed every two (2) years as required).
• Technical knowledge in one or more of the following sections: Chemistry, Hematology/Hemostasis Immunology, Molecular Pathology, Point of Care Testing, Special Chemistry, and/or Toxicology.
• Knowledge of hospital and laboratory regulations and requirements (e.g. CDPH, CAP, TJC, AABB, FDA, NAACLS, OSHA) for testing and laboratory safety.
• Ability to maintain the security of confidential information, exercise judgment, tact and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information and situations.
• Ability to function and work in a diverse work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality assurance, quality system essentials, continuous quality improvement, metrics, data analysis and audit processes.
• Ability to recognize processes that could lead to failures; ability to resolve and report errors and aberrant results appropriately.
• Possess technical knowledge to troubleshoot instrument/equipment problems and utilize appropriate resources to resolve problems.
• Possess outstanding written and oral communication skills. Ability to lead discussions, to articulate test procedures, and to make effectivepresentations.
• Possess excellent organization, time management, prioritization, strategic thinking, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships and assist coworkers when needed, to accept directions from direct and indirectsupervisors, to make changes based on supervisor's evaluation.
• Ability to use Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), EPIC EMR, hospital incident reporting systems (e.g. RL Solutions).
• Knowledge of personal computer, word processing, data management, and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to utilize effective listening and questioning techniques to educate trainees, residents and physicians in clear and concise manner.
• Ability to maintain reports, documents and records according to policy and regulations.
• Ability to work prioritize and work well under pressure and remain flexible in changing and fast-paced work environment and meet turnaround times while maintaining a high level of work performance.

Key Responsibilities

• 80% - TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• 20% - GENERAL DUTIES

Department Overview

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a large, diverse multi-site department whose mission is to create a healthier world through bold innovation in population health, education, technology and research. UC Davis is leading the way in diagnosing, treating, and reducing the burden of disease. This position sets the highest standards for professionalism and competency in providing high-quality patient centered diagnostic and therapeutic care, customer service, and education to patients within UCDH and its affiliates. Our laboratories are licensed by the State of California, certified by CLIA, accredited by College of American Pathologists (CAP), AABB, and located in three distinct facilities: Surgery and Emergency Services Pavilion (SESP); Pathology Building; and the Specialty Testing Center (STC). The department is one of UCDH's largest ancillary services with annual gross revenues of over $415M, expenses of approximately $65M, and more than 350 overall employees in the department's clinical and academic sections. The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine's mission is to provide high-quality patient/physician services, to maintain the excellence of the educational programs, and to perform scholarly research and development. These objectives are to be met within the limits of resources available with emphasis on cost effectiveness and innovation.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $50.70-$63.04
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 303
• UC Job Title: MED LAB TCHN
• UC Job Code: 009607
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule):
• Location: Primary Location: Surgery & Emergency Services Pavilion. May be required to work at satellite locations, including the Cancer Center and 48X
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e.g. e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Work variable shifts and be "On Call" as needed; Shifts include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Work overtime as necessary within UC Davis Health Policies and Procedures Adhere to Departmental and Hospital Policies and Protocols regarding no smoking policy; dress code; tardiness; telephone etiquette and safety procedures

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks