Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in Washington
Medical Laboratory Technician jobs in Washington represent one of the more consistently active markets in the Pacific Northwest, with openings concentrated in hospital systems, reference laboratories, and integrated health networks at every level from entry-level to senior and lead positions. The heaviest hiring is in Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma, where employers like UW Medicine, Providence Health and Services, and MultiCare Health System maintain ongoing demand. Hematology, microbiology, and clinical chemistry are the specialties drawing the most consistent interest from Washington employers. 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 technician jobs across Washington.
- Active Washington State Department of Health medical laboratory technician license or licensure eligible
- Associate degree in clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited program
- ASCP Board of Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) preferred or required
- Demonstrated proficiency with laboratory information systems and automated analyzer platforms
- Experience or coursework in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, and basic microbiology disciplines
- Ability to perform phlebotomy and process specimens under established quality control protocols
Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical laboratory technician in Washington?
To work as a medical laboratory technician in Washington, you must hold a license issued by the Washington State Department of Health. The pathway requires completing an accredited associate degree program in medical laboratory technology or clinical laboratory science, followed by passing a nationally recognized board examination such as the ASCP MLT certification exam. Once you hold your certification, you apply to the Department of Health for a Washington state laboratory personnel license before you can practice independently.
Which companies hire medical laboratory technicians in Washington?
Employers hiring medical laboratory technicians in Washington right now include Providence, Kaiser Permanente, and University Of Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's large integrated health systems and regional reference labs tend to post the most consistent volume, with openings spread across inpatient, outpatient, and independent laboratory settings throughout the state.
Which Washington cities have the most medical laboratory technician jobs?
Seattle, Tacoma, and Edmonds are the Washington cities with the most medical laboratory technician openings. Seattle drives the largest share of listings given the concentration of major academic medical centers and hospital networks headquartered there, while Spokane and Tacoma reflect strong regional health systems that serve large patient populations east of the Cascades and in the South Sound area, respectively.
Are there remote medical laboratory technician jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Medical laboratory technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct specimen handling and instrument operation, which limits remote opportunities significantly. About 0% of medical laboratory technician openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be limited to roles with a telephonic or data review component, such as laboratory information systems support or quality assurance coordination.
How can I get hired as a medical laboratory technician in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying through a new-graduate or trainee program at a large Washington health system while you hold or are pending your Washington Department of Health license. Employers like UW Medicine and MultiCare Health System periodically hire MLT candidates who have completed an accredited program and passed their ASCP board exam but lack full clinical experience, placing them in structured orientation tracks. Candidates coming from phlebotomy or laboratory assistant roles have a measurable advantage because hands-on specimen exposure translates directly, and holding your Washington state license before applying removes the single largest hiring barrier.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory technician jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory technician jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across hospital systems, reference laboratories, and outpatient clinics. Find the roles that fit your credentials and experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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