--- title: Medical Lab Technician I/II description: Puyallup Tribal Health Authority is hiring for the Medical Lab Technician I/II role in Tacoma, WA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/medical-lab-technician-i-ii-at-puyallup-tribal-health-authority-01a1476f-c931-79bc-a13c-2468cb0ee234 date: 2026-10-17T02:24:15Z og_description: Join Puyallup Tribal Health Authority as Medical Lab Technician I/II in Tacoma, WA. Pays $31.9–$41.88 per hour. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/u1699e.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | | **Location** | Tacoma, WA | | **Salary** | $31.9/hr - $41.88/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 16, 2026 | ## Description **Purpose-Driven Healthcare Starts with You. Join Our Team!** **Location:** Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | Tacoma, WA | On-Site **Schedule:** Full-Time | Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Hiring Range:** $31.90 - $41.88 per hour **Position Close Date:** **10/29/2026** Are you a detail-oriented and compassionate lab professional looking to make a meaningful impact? **The Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA)** is seeking a **Medical Lab Technician (MLT I/II)** to join our dedicated **Medical Lab** team. This is more than just a job -- it's an opportunity to serve the Indigenous community with respect, cultural humility, and integrity. **Why You'll Love Working Here:** - 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees - No weekends or major holidays required - Generous paid time off + 18+ paid holidays (including your birthday!) - 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after eligibility requirements are met - Mission-driven work serving the Indigenous community - Opportunities for growth, training, and professional development **What You’ll Do:** - Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing accurately and efficiently while maintaining complete and accurate records of testing 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 regarding 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 appropriate continuing education and certification requirements. **Make a Difference Every Day.** This is more than a Medical Lab Technician I/II — it’s an opportunity to build meaningful connections, provide compassionate care, and support the health and wellness of underserved communities. At Puyallup Tribal Health Authority, you’ll be part of a mission-driven healthcare team rooted in compassion, cultural respect, and service. Every patient interaction is a chance to make a lasting impact. Apply today and join a team where your work is valued, your presence matters, and your care truly makes a difference. In accordance with federal law, **Native American Preference** in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors. - 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 within (1) year of hire and successful completion of a (6) month laboratory clinical rotation (moderate to high complexity testing). - **MLT II:** MLT certification and at least (2) years of medical lab generalist experience (moderate to high complexity testing). - Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist certification — must apply within (1) month of hire and obtain within (4) months. ## Skills - Phlebotomy - Patient Care - High-Complexity Testing - Laboratory Equipment - Quality Assurance Procedures - Continuing Education - Clinical Rotations - Medical Laboratory Scientist - Medical Laboratory Technician - Laboratory Testing - Constructive Feedback - Regulatory Compliance ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans ## Related - [Healthcare & Medicine jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Clinical Laboratory Science jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine/clinical-laboratory-science?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Medical Laboratory Technician jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/healthcare-and-medicine/clinical-laboratory-science/medical-laboratory-technician?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Hospitals and Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/hospitals-and-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 385509 jobs - [Washington](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 63466 jobs - [Tacoma, WA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington/tacoma?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2130 jobs ## Related pages - [Hospitals and Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/hospitals-and-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 385509 jobs - [Washington](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 63466 jobs - [Tacoma, WA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington/tacoma?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2130 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)