Clinical Lab Assistant I

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Colorado; On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories/Laboratory Sciences of Arizona is seeking a clinical lab assistant to join the day shift in Greeley, Colorado. You will assist technical staff by collecting, receipt-ing, and processing biological specimens and preparing samples for analytical testing in a fast-paced environment.

The role may involve waived and limited moderate complexity testing if CLIA requirements are met, under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; phlebotomy certification may be required per state rules.
• Knowledge of specimen requirements and basic medical terminology.
• Experience with lab safety and regulatory requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical lab staff with daily operations.
• Receive, collect, and process biological specimens.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing and assist with waived or limited moderate complexity testing when qualified.
• Follow department policies and regulatory standards, reporting results as directed.

Skills

Basic phlebotomy

Specimen handling

CLIA knowledge

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy/CLA certification

Job description

Primary City/State: Greeley, Colorado Department Name: Procurement-NCMC Work Shift: Day Job Category: Lab We are in need of a clinical lab assistant to work our busy day shift processing biological samples in fast paced environment to help provide timely diagnostic patient care.

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.

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.

Estimated Pay Range:

$20.10 - $30.15 / hour

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):

2026-12-10

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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