Medical Lab Technician I/II
About The Position
The Puyallup Tribal Health Authority is hiring a Medical Lab Technician I/II for its Medical Lab team in Tacoma, Washington. This on-site, full-time position serves the Indigenous community through accurate laboratory testing and compassionate, culturally respectful care. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no weekends or major holidays required. The hiring range is $31.90 to $41.88 per hour. The technician performs routine and specialized laboratory testing, phlebotomy, equipment and supply maintenance, quality control, and evaluation and reporting of patient test results. The role also supports staff and student training, collaborates with healthcare professionals to address laboratory and patient-care issues, and helps maintain regulatory compliance and professional certification. Native American Preference in employment applies; placements are made competitively using job-related factors.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited MLT program or completion of a 50-week military MLT program.
- MLT I: MLT certification or ability to obtain it within one year of hire, and successful completion of a six-month laboratory clinical rotation involving moderate- to high-complexity testing.
- MLT II: MLT certification and at least two years of medical lab generalist experience involving moderate- to high-complexity testing.
- Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist certification: must apply within one month of hire and obtain it within four months.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing accurately and efficiently, maintaining complete and accurate records of processes and results.
- Apply knowledge of medical laboratory science, equipment, materials, procedures, and technical methods to support quality patient care.
- Perform phlebotomy using appropriate techniques to ensure specimen integrity.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies and follow established quality control procedures and standards.
- Evaluate, release, and report patient test results using independent judgment within established testing methods.
- Assist with training new employees and students and provide constructive feedback on laboratory processes and procedures.
- Collaborate with physicians, healthcare professionals, and other departments to resolve laboratory and patient-care issues.
- Support compliance with laboratory regulatory requirements, including CLIA, COLA, and AAAHC.
- Maintain continuing education and certification requirements.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees.
- Generous paid time off and 18+ paid holidays, including the employee’s birthday.
- 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after eligibility requirements are met.
- Opportunities for growth, training, and professional development.
- Mission-driven work serving the Indigenous community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
