Medical Technologist- Evening Shift

MultiCare Health System; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Allenmore Hospital in Tacoma is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform patient analytic laboratory testing, quality control, data analysis and instrument maintenance. The role requires independent judgement, critical thinking and a service-oriented approach.

Responsibilities include receiving and identifying specimens, assessing suitability, preparing reagents and calibrating instruments. Minimum BS in Medical Technology or Sciences; ASCP certification or AMT preferred; Master’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Sciences is required.
• Master’s degree in Medical Technology is preferred.
• Certification for Medical Technologist, MLS (ASCP), or MT (ASCP), or AMT or MT (AAB) is required or preferred.
• Specialist Certification in discipline is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens and establish positive identification of specimens.
• Determine suitability of specimen.
• Acquire/prepare reagents as needed.
• Perform instrument maintenance and calibration.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Sciences

Master’s degree in Medical Technology

Certification for Medical Technologist, MLS (ASCP), or MT (ASCP), or AMT or MT (AAB)

Specialist Certification in discipline (preferred)

Specialist Hematology, SH (ASCP), Microbiology, SM (ASCP), Specialist BldBnking, SBB (ASCP), Tech Chemistry, SC (ASCP)

Job description

FTE 1.0: _, Shift: Evening _, Schedule: Monday-Friday and weekends

Position Summary

The Medical Technologist is an excellent technical opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for performing patient analytic laboratory testing, quality control, data analysis, results reporting, instrument maintenance and technical problem resolution. This position requires a service-committed individual, who is detail oriented and can perform complex data analysis, exercise sound, independent judgement and demonstrate critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• You will receive specimens, establish and maintain positive identification of specimens
• You will determine suitability of specimen
• You will acquire/prepare reagents as needed
• You will perform instrument maintenance and calibration

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Sciences (required)
• Master’s degree in Medical Technology (preferred)
• Certification for Medical Technologist, MLS (ASCP), or MT (ASCP), or AMT or MT (AAB)
• Specialist Certification in discipline (preferred)
• Specialist Hematology,SH (ASCP), Microbiology, SM (ASCP), Specialist BldBnking,SBB (ASCP), Tech Chemistry, SC (ASCP)

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 all – 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 $39.14 - $62.07 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.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

MultiCare Overview

MultiCare is a not-for-profit health care organization with more than 28,000 team members, including employees, providers and volunteers. MultiCare has been caring for our community for well over a century, since the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital and today is the largest community-based, locally governed system of health in the state of Washington, serving communities across Washington and Northern Idaho.

MultiCare’s comprehensive system of health includes numerous primary care, urgent care and specialty services — including Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network; MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care; Pulse Heart Institute; MultiCare Medical Associates, affiliated physicians; MultiCare Rockwood Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the Inland Northwest region; and MultiCare Connected Care, our Accountable Care Organization.

Thirteen hospitals complete the organization: Allenmore Hospital, Auburn Medical Center, Capital Medical Center, Covington Medical Center, Deaconess Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital — the Puget Sound region’s only children’s hospital and state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center for Western Washington — Overlake Medical Center, Navos Behavioral Health Hospital, Valley Hospital, Yakima Valley Hospital, Tacoma General Hospital — which is home to the South Puget Sound region’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit — and Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital.

Our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy, serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.

MultiCare is also proud of our commitment to workforce diversity and culturally competent care. This commitment is led by our CEO and supported through employee education and community outreach.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

MultiCare provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants.

We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you are an external job applicant who requires reasonable accommodation in the job application process, please contact the Employee Resource Center (ERC) at 253-403-6947 and we will assist you with submitting a ticket to initiate your request for accommodation.

If you are a current employee, you can submit an ERC ticket or call the ERC for assistance.