Assistant - Clinical Lab

HonorHealth; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth Deer Valley area in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Day-shift CLA/phlebotomy support team member for the LAB Outside Lab. Responsibilities include specimen retrieval, processing, phlebotomy, and basic office duties with customer service and data entry.

The role involves 3-12 hour day shifts Mon-Fri with alternating weekends/holidays, and requires a High School Diploma or GED plus 2–5 years phlebotomy experience. Certifications or equivalent training are required.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years phlebotomy/CLA experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certifications such as Medical Technologist (AMT) or COLT or equivalent required, or exceptions for individuals with 1–2 years lab experience.
• Certificate programs in Laboratory Assisting or equivalent required.
• Equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Retrieves specimens from pneumatic tube system and initiates processing; prepares samples for analysis per section procedures and standards.
• Prepares specimens for reference testing; completes requisitions, packaging, storage, and notifies courier for pickup.
• Performs and documents instrument function verification, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment per guidelines.
• Answers telephone and follows through with requests; maintains inventory and stock supplies; reviews policies and communications; assists in training staff and students.
• Performs phlebotomy as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Primary City/State: Deer Valley - 19829 N 27th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85027

Category: Laboratory Services

Shift: Day

Department: LAB Outside Lab

Shift Hours : Day shift CLA position, 3-12hr shifts Mon-Fri with alternating weekends and holidays. Hours are from 0600-1830

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At HonorHealth, you'll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona's largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most - caring for the health and well‑being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting with specified technical procedures in one or more sections of the Clinical Laboratory. Performs a variety of tasks requiring skills in phlebotomy and general office to include customer service, clerical and computer/data entry.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Retrieves specimens from pneumatic tube system and initiates processing. Prepares samples for analysis by manual or automated methods in accordance with instructions in the section procedure manual and defined standards of performance. Distributes to work areas and loads specimens on designated instruments where applicable. Performs department specific duties to assist tech (i.e. blood bank, micro).
• Prepares specimens to be sent out for reference testing including: completing of requisition, packaging, storage and notification to courier for pickup.
• Performs and documents instrument function verification, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure proper operation according to section guidelines.
• Answers telephone and follows through with requests. Maintains inventory and stock supplies. Reviews all laboratory/hospital system policies, procedures and communications. Assists in training new staff and students.
• Performs phlebotomy as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED Required

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years, to 5 years phlebotomy/CLA experience Preferred

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Medical Technologist (AMT) - Certification, American Certified Office Laboratory Technician (COLT) Required or
• Certificate of Completion for Laboratory Assisting program from an accredited school Required or
• Certificate of Completion Laboratory Assistant Program Required or
• Certificate of Completion of Laboratory Assisting Program Required or
• Equivalent certification Required or
• No certification required for individuals with 1 to 2 years lab experience Required or
• Certified Office Laboratory Technician or equivalent Preferred or

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