Chemistry Technical Coordinator - Lab Lead & QA

Sonora Quest Laboratories; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Mesa, Arizona seeks an experienced technologist to lead the evening shift in the Lab-BDMC department. The role emphasizes high-level technical performance, quality control, and regulatory compliance with CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring accurate testing, and driving process improvements while maintaining accreditation readiness and a customer-focused service culture.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher with nonwaived testing experience in designated area.
• Bachelor's degree with 2–4 years nonwaived testing experience and credential evaluation if foreign educated.
• Certification requirements as specified for certain specialties.

Responsibilities

• Lead department operations and oversee shift workflow.
• Ensure quality control, documentation, and accreditation readiness.
• Monitor costs, productivity, and service quality.
• Provide staff training, coaching, and competency evaluation.
• Act as liaison and promote teamwork and customer service.

Skills

Quality control

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Coaching

Team supervision

Education

Associate degree in medical laboratory technology

Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science

Job description

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Mesa, Arizona seeks an experienced technologist to lead the evening shift in the Lab-BDMC department. The role emphasizes high-level technical performance, quality control, and regulatory compliance with CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring accurate testing, and driving process improvements while maintaining accreditation readiness and a customer-focused service culture.