Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Washington
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Washington are in strong demand, concentrated in hospital systems, reference laboratories, public health agencies, and academic medical centers, with openings at every level from entry-level to senior specialist. Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma account for the largest share of hiring, where established employers such as UW Medicine, Providence Health, and LabCorp maintain consistent laboratory staffing needs. Molecular diagnostics, microbiology, and blood banking are among the most sought-after specialties in Washington right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Performs assays accurately and timely on patient samples using a variety of automated and manual testing procedures to aid physician in patient diagnosis and treatment. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, safety, environmental and infectious control standards so that the laboratory remains in compliance with accreditation and licensing agencies.
Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Edmonds and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related discipline
Upon hire:
National Medical Laboratory Scientist – American Society for Clinical Pathology -or-
National Medical Technologist – American Medical Technologists -or-
National Medical Technologist – American Society for Clinical Pathology -or-
National Technologist in Microbiology – American Society for Clinical Pathology -or-
National Medical Laboratory Scientist – American Medical Technologist
Why Join Providence Swedish?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
Providence Swedish is the largest not-for-profit health care system in the greater Puget Sound area. It is comprised of eight hospital campuses (Ballard, Edmonds, Everett, Centralia, Cherry Hill (Seattle), First Hill (Seattle), Issaquah and Olympia); emergency rooms and specialty centers in Redmond (East King County) and the Mill Creek area in Everett; and Providence Swedish Medical Group, a network of 190+ primary care and specialty care locations throughout the Puget Sound. Whether through physician clinics, education, research and innovation or other outreach, we’re dedicated to improving the wellbeing of rural and urban communities by expanding access to quality health care for all.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
For any concerns with this posting relating to the posting requirements in RCW 49.58.110(1), please click here where you can access an email link to submit your concern.
Requsition ID: 451214
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Laboratory
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Evening
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 3905 SED MICROBIOLOGY LAB
Address: WA Edmonds 21601 76th Ave W
Work Location: Swedish Edmonds 21601 76th
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $46.80 - $71.32
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Description
Performs assays accurately and timely on patient samples using a variety of automated and manual testing procedures to aid physician in patient diagnosis and treatment. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, safety, environmental and infectious control standards so that the laboratory remains in compliance with accreditation and licensing agencies.
Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Edmonds and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related discipline
Upon hire:
National Medical Laboratory Scientist – American Society for Clinical Pathology -or-
National Medical Technologist – American Medical Technologists -or-
National Medical Technologist – American Society for Clinical Pathology -or-
National Technologist in Microbiology – American Society for Clinical Pathology -or-
National Medical Laboratory Scientist – American Medical Technologist
Why Join Providence Swedish?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
Providence Swedish is the largest not-for-profit health care system in the greater Puget Sound area. It is comprised of eight hospital campuses (Ballard, Edmonds, Everett, Centralia, Cherry Hill (Seattle), First Hill (Seattle), Issaquah and Olympia); emergency rooms and specialty centers in Redmond (East King County) and the Mill Creek area in Everett; and Providence Swedish Medical Group, a network of 190+ primary care and specialty care locations throughout the Puget Sound. Whether through physician clinics, education, research and innovation or other outreach, we’re dedicated to improving the wellbeing of rural and urban communities by expanding access to quality health care for all.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
For any concerns with this posting relating to the posting requirements in RCW 49.58.110(1), please click here where you can access an email link to submit your concern.
Requsition ID: 451214
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Laboratory
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Evening
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 3905 SED MICROBIOLOGY LAB
Address: WA Edmonds 21601 76th Ave W
Work Location: Swedish Edmonds 21601 76th
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $46.80 - $71.32
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory scientist jobs across Washington.
- Washington State laboratory license or license recognized by the Washington State Department of Health
- ASCP Board of Certification or equivalent national certification as MLS or MT
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or a related biological science
- Demonstrated proficiency in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood banking laboratory sections
- Experience with laboratory information systems such as Epic Beaker, Sunquest, or Cerner PathNet
- Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays in a clinical setting
Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical laboratory scientist in Washington?
To work as a medical laboratory scientist in Washington, you must obtain a clinical laboratory scientist license issued by the Washington State Department of Health. Licensure requires a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or a related field, completion of an accredited clinical training program, and passing a national certification exam such as the ASCP MLS examination. Applications are submitted directly to the Washington State Department of Health's laboratory quality program.
Which companies hire medical laboratory scientists in Washington?
Employers hiring medical laboratory scientists in Washington right now include Providence, University Of Washington, and Kaiser Permanente, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's mix of large academic medical centers, regional hospital networks, and national reference laboratory operations creates consistent hiring activity throughout the state.
Which Washington cities have the most medical laboratory scientist jobs?
Seattle, Tacoma, and Edmonds have the most medical laboratory scientist openings in Washington. Seattle drives the largest share of postings due to its concentration of major hospital systems and academic medical centers, while Spokane and Tacoma support sizable regional health networks that maintain their own full-service laboratories, generating steady demand outside the Puget Sound area.
Are there remote medical laboratory scientist jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Most medical laboratory scientist work requires hands-on specimen handling, instrumentation, and on-site laboratory operations that cannot be performed remotely. About 0% of medical laboratory scientist openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve roles in laboratory management, compliance review, or informatics rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a medical laboratory scientist in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate programs at large Washington health systems such as UW Medicine or Providence Health, which periodically onboard candidates who have completed an accredited clinical training rotation even without post-graduation experience. Lateral moves from roles such as laboratory assistant, phlebotomist, or histology technician within the same system are common pathways. Holding a current Washington State clinical laboratory scientist license and ASCP certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over unlicensed applicants.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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