The Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for processing laboratory specimens, performing clinical tests, and accurately reporting results. They must also maintain quality control standards, perform equipment maintenance, and collaborate effectively with the laboratory team.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have an Associate degree from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program and meet CLIA guidelines for high-complexity testing. Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification is preferred, or the candidate must be eligible to sit for the exam within six months of hire.
At Island Health, people are at the center of everything we do. As a part of the Laboratory Services team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our mission to care for those who care for others. You’ll help create a positive and seamless experience for every team member — ensuring they feel valued, supported, and heard.
Location: Anacortes, WA. / Onsite
Schedule: Full Time / Variable
Salary Range: $29.20 – $43.80 per hour
The Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for laboratory specimen processing, test performance and test result reporting in the clinical departments of the laboratory. The position is responsible for performing procedures relative to quality control, quality assurance and preventive maintenance according to laboratory protocols. Strives to achieve highest level of customer satisfaction through activities and interaction with customers.
What you will be doing
Commitment to
Team:
Develops and facilitates good working relationships with superiors, physicians, staff members and co-workers/peers.
Contributes in problem-solving activities intra-and inter-departmentally.
Demonstrates flexible staffing needs within the department.
Uses department resources (supplies, equipment) in a cost-effective manner.
Communicates effectively and in a timely manner to medical director, co-workers and physicians through informal updates, written and verbal communications.
Consistently meets attendance standards and follows the department standards for "calling in" and requesting time off.
Must accept responsibility to model all facets of cooperative team member dynamics.
Performs
Clinical
Laboratory
Testing in an
Efficient
Manner:
Begins duties immediately upon reporting to work.
Procedures performed in accordance with approved procedure manual.
Ability to organize work during heavy workload periods.
Prioritizes/reorganizes workload in response to STAT requests.
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies for areas worked, communicates shortages to supervisor or lead.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term disability coverage
Employee recognition events
Retirement contributions
Extended illness benefits
Student loan repayment programs
Learns new procedures/assignments in reasonable time frame.
Maintains clean and orderly work environment.
Produces Accurate
Results with
Minimal
Clerical/Data
Entry
Errors
Including
Omissions:
Correlates data and monitors test results for reasonability.
Reports all critical test values to appropriate individuals.
Procedures completed in an efficient manner according to established time frames (STATS, timed tests).
Accountable and responsibility for the job performed.
Assures
Quality of
Results
Reported through
Quality
Control
Procedures:
Adheres to laboratory quality control policies, documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
Follows protocols for running controls and accepting and verifying results.
Notifies supervisor/leads of out-of-control, discrepant or unexpected results within expected time frames.
Follows the Laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the Laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
Supports corporate compliance initiatives
Demonstrates understanding of safety policies and protocols.
Promotes Patient Safety goals.
Attends and participates in departmental meetings on a regular basis.
Operates laboratory computer relative to job functions.
Projects competent, caring attitude to clients.
Adheres to the department appearance and dress code policies.
Maintains confidentiality relating to patients, specimens, and records.
Implements improvements as able or seeks help from coworkers and supervisor.
Assists coworkers, as needed, to meet workload priorities.
Other duties as assigned.
What you will bring to the role
Successful completion of a two-year post-high school program in Medical Laboratory Technology, resulting in an Associate degree.
Successful completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program.
Meets federal guidelines under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) for performing high-complexity testing.
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification is preferred, or proof of eligibility to sit for the certification examination within six (6) months of hire.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with individuals from multiple disciplines.
Ability to ensure accuracy and quality of work.
Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Strong attention to detail.
Make a Difference with Us
At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you’ll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team
Ready to Apply?
Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health.
