Anatomic Pathology Lab Technician

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona in Phoenix is seeking an entry- to mid-level laboratory professional to join our Anatomic Pathology team. The role focuses on receiving specimens, preparing samples for testing, and performing waived tests under CLIA guidelines.

This position reports to the department supervisor and may train others as needed. You will work within Histology and Surgical Pathology, liaising with internal staff and external customers while ensuring accuracy and timeliness in testing.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma.
• Must be able to multi task/cross train in all areas of the Anatomic Pathology section.
• Must have highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills and basic computer skills are required.
• Good reading, writing, and math skills are also required.

Responsibilities

• Receive biological specimens into the department and prepare samples for analytical testing.
• Perform waived testing and assist with moderately complex tests as defined by CLIA ’88 under supervision.
• May train employees on basic entry level tasks and perform QC/QA duties.
• Serve as a resource within Histology and Surgical Pathology departments and coordinate with internal staff and outside customers as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Reading/Writing/Math

Multi-tasking

Cross-training

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: Anatomic Pathology-Ref Lab Work Shift: Evening Job Category: Lab Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. Whether you're beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting. Come do great work on behalf of better health!

POSITION SUMMARY

This is position is responsible for the receipt of biological specimens into the department, preparation of samples for analytical testing, and performing waived testing.

This position reports to department supervisor, and may take direction from higher level technical personnel.

This position is also responsible for performing all essential functions as defined by the department. In addition, performs waived and moderately complex tests as defined by CLIA ‘88 in an accurate and timely manner. This position may perform highly complex testing as defined by CLIA ’88 with direct technical supervision. Also, may train employees on basic entry level tasks, performs QC/QA duties and serves as a resource.

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY

Histology and Surgical Pathology departments as well as PSA Associates are the scope of responsibility. Customers are primarily internal to the departments, and other SQL/LSA staff. Does come in contact and speak on the telephone with a variety of outside customers in the process of triaging calls or troubleshooting concerns.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires high school diploma. Must be able to multi task/cross train in all areas of the Anatomic Pathology section.
• Must have highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills and basic computer skills are required.
• Good reading, writing, and math skills are also required.

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