Kaiser Permanente·Tacoma, Washington
The MLT performs pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic laboratory testing procedures across various complexity levels. Responsibilities include quality control, instrument maintenance, and providing technical resources to customers.
Thursday of one week to Wednesday of the following week.
It is a 7 on and 7 off position Job Summary: The MLT performs pre-analytic, analytic, and post analytic phases of laboratory testing procedures from waived to moderate and high complexity testing.
The MLT recognizes appropriate and inappropriate selection of lab tests and correlates lab results to patients clinical conditions.
S/he possess scientific knowledge to evaluate quality control, instrument, and result data.
Other duties include: responsibility for documentation of all activities, monitoring supplies; compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements related to safety and laboratory testing; face to face and telephone customer service; computer data entry and retrieval; workplace cleanliness and maintenance.
Minimum one (1) year recent clinical laboratory experience as an MLT. Two (2) years of generalist experience as an MLT. Certified as an MLT preferred by date of hire/transfer. Associates degree in MLT.
Requires an Associate degree in laboratory science or CLIA qualifications and a Medical Lab Technician Certificate within six months of hire. Preferred candidates have at least two years of generalist experience as an MLT.
Market context
In Washington, allied-health imaging roles are typically in steady demand because hospitals, outpatient clinics, and diagnostic centers rely on credentialed technologists to keep imaging services moving. These positions are competitive because employers often want an accredited imaging degree, Washington Department of Health certification, and ARRT registration completed quickly after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and timeline before applying.