Clinical Lab Assistant - Banner Gateway (Night Shift)

Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Gilbert (AZ); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 31.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sonora Quest Laboratories/Laboratory Sciences of Arizona in Gilbert, AZ seeks a Lab Support role for night shift. Responsibilities include specimen collection, receipt, and processing, preparing samples for testing, and occasionally performing waived or moderate complexity tests under supervision.

The position emphasizes accuracy, adherence to regulatory standards, and collaboration with lab staff; phlebotomy may be required.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• DHS Fingerprinting Certification or ability to obtain.
• Phlebotomy/CLA certification required by state regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with collection, receipt, and processing of specimens.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing and may perform waived/moderate complexity testing under supervision.
• Maintain accuracy and quality; follow procedures and regulatory standards.
• Support inventory management and communicate with internal/external customers.
• May perform phlebotomy as needed.

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

DHS Fingerprinting Certification or ability to obtain

Phlebotomy/CLA certification

Driver's license (state of employment)

Descripción del empleo

Primary City/State

Gilbert, Arizona

Department Name

Procurement-Gateway

Work Shift

Night

Job Category

Lab

8pm to 630am; Wednesday - Saturday.

Set schedule unless PTO/Holiday coverage is needed.

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Position Summary

This position assists technical lab staff and may be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the department, preparation of samples for analytical testing, and may perform waived and/or limited moderate complexity testing if CLIA minimum requirements are met or as approved by the CLIA Medical Director. This position reports to department leadership and takes direction from higher-level technical personnel.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

Core Functions

• May process and prepare patient samples as required to include the following: 1) specimen collection, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and specimen integrity 2) general laboratory specimen processing and 3) referral laboratory processing. May perform waived and moderate complexity testing under direct supervision while meeting performance standards and knowledge level determined for the approved testing. Demonstrates an understanding of the computer systems used in the department. Tracks and locates missing specimens while monitoring pending lists. Performs maintenance activities on laboratory equipment as directed. Demonstrates awareness and conforms with accrediting agency and regulatory requirements related to their area of responsibility.
• Focuses on quality by ensuring that all work performed is accurate, complete and within the time frames defined by the department. Meets department standards for productivity and quality. May perform quality control for testing as directed by technical staff, basic troubleshooting and communicate technical concerns to technical staff. Participates in detecting and documenting occurrences that deviate from defined procedures. Follows established methods and practices and demonstrates basic problem-solving skills with QC, testing and computer issues and maintains acceptable specimen rejection rates, if applicable.
• Participates in departmental financial responsibilities through the appropriate use of supplies and materials and assists with inventory management. Participates in department initiatives to reduce costs and improve service.
• Performs miscellaneous support duties as defined by the department, which may include phlebotomy and training. May contribute to the updates of training documents and procedures.
• Communicates courteously, professionally, effectively, and accurately with internal and external customers. Demonstrates skills for basic computer inquiry and problem solving, and use of communication equipment. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills. Promotes positive communications that enhance teamwork. Attendance and participation at staff meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and must be 18 years or older if performing phlebotomy.
• Progression through career ladder II-IV is subject to completion of career ladder requirements.
• Position may require DHS Fingerprinting Certification or the ability to obtain fingerprint certification.
• Dependent on department/location, candidate must possess a valid state driver's license in the state of employment and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
• Phlebotomy/CLA certification as defined by state regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous clinical laboratory experience.
• Successful completion of a laboratory assistant program.
• Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and handling.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Additional related education and/or experience.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.