Medical Technologist Jobs in Olympia, WA

A Medical Technologist, also known as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, plays a vital role in the med tech industry by performing and analyzing the results of complex scientific tests on blood and bodily fluids. These professionals use sophisticated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and cell counters. They are instrumental in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. They may work in several areas of the medical laboratory or specialize in just one. Medical Technologists also ensure the labs are running smoothly by maintaining and troubleshooting the most automated and intricate lab equipment.

To become a Medical Technologist, one needs a strong background in sciences and a degree in medical technology or life sciences. A certification from organizations like the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is also required. They should possess strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are also important. Before becoming a Medical Technologist, a person might have roles such as a Medical Laboratory Technician or a Clinical Laboratory Technician. They may also have experience as a Biological Technician or a Chemist.

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Medical Technician EMT-B AEMT CCMA

  • Olympia, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 16 hours ago

How You'll Make an Impact: The DispatchHealth Medical Technician II (DHMT-II) supports patient care by assisting with physical exam, point of care testing, treatments and data gathering. The DHMT...

Medical Laboratory Technician & Medical Laboratory Scientist

  • Olympia, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 5 days ago

National Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology upon hire. Or National Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists upon hire....

ASCP - Medical Technologist / MT

  • Olympia, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 7 days ago

Medical Technologist - MT Sign - On Bonus Offered!...

Med Technologist

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Licensure/Certification National MT certification with ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology), AMT (American Medical Technologists) or Certification with the US....

Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist

  • Olympia, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 8 days ago

- American Medical Technologists upon hire or, National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologists upon hire. 3 years - Experience in a clinical laboratory setting performing moderate...

DHMT Medical Technician

  • Rochester, WA (18 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rochester, WA (18 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 9 days ago

How You'll Make an Impact: DispatchHealth is actively hiring Medical Technicians to join our growing clinical team servicing the Olympia, WA area. We are looking for energetic, hard-working...

Mobile Medical Technician

  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days ago

How You'll Make an Impact: DispatchHealth is actively hiring Medical Technicians to join our growing clinical team servicing the Olympia, WA area. We are looking for energetic, hard-working...

Nuclear Med Technologist

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Day Shift Nuclear Medicine Technologist Sign-On Bonus! St. Clare Hospital, Lakewood, WA Make a difference in patient care! St. Clare Hospital in Lakewood, WA is seeking a skilled and...

Nuclear Med Tech

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Overview Join Our Team at St. Clare Hospital! Per Diem Nuclear Medicine Technologist St. Clare Hospital in Lakewood, WA, is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Per Diem Nuclear Medicine...

DHMT Medical Technician

  • Olympia, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 30+ days ago

How You'll Make an Impact DispatchHealth is actively hiring Medical Technicians to join our growing clinical team servicing the Olympia, WA area. We are looking for energetic, hard-working...

Medical Technician - II

  • Roy, WA (18 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roy, WA (18 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

How You'll Make an Impact: The DispatchHealth Medical Technician II (DHMT-II) supports patient care by assisting with physical exam, point of care testing, treatments and data gathering. The DHMT...

Patient Care Technician- Paid Training

  • Tumwater, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tumwater, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Health care experience a plus including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification....

Medical Laboratory Scientist

  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

National Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology upon hire or, National Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists upon hire or, National Medical Laboratory Scientist...

Endoscopy Tech PRN

  • Olympia, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 45+ days ago

Gastroenterology Associates Endoscopy Center is seeking an experienced Endoscopy Tech to join the team! At Gastroenterology Associates Endoscopy Center, we believe health and care are inseparable....

Patient Care Technician

  • Parkland, WA (23 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Parkland, WA (23 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

311 140th St S,Parkland,Washington,98444-4526,United States of AmericaDaVita is seeking a Patient Care Technician who is looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. You can make an...

Demographic Data for Olympia, WA

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Salary for Medical Technologist Jobs in Olympia, WA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Medical Technologists in Olympia, WA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.7%
High School or GED
18.4%
Associate's Degree
17.4%
Master's Degree
6.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Technologists in Olympia, WA
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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