Anatomic Pathology Lab Technician

Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona is seeking a laboratory technician to support the receipt of specimens, prepare samples for testing, and perform waived testing in the Anatomic Pathology-Ref Lab in Phoenix, AZ.

The role includes performing waived and moderately complex tests under CLIA guidelines, contributing to QC/QA activities, and training entry-level staff while coordinating with internal teams and external customers as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma.
• 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, as needed, moderately complex tests under CLIA ’88 guidelines.
• Assist with QC/QA duties and training of entry-level staff.
• May provide direction from higher level technical personnel and serve as a resource.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Reading & writing

Mathematics proficiency

Multitasking

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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