Clinical Lab Assistant I

Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona seeks a Lab Assistant in Phoenix, AZ. The role supports technical staff, assists with collecting, receiving and processing specimens, and prepares samples for testing.

Depending on CLIA requirements and approval, waived or limited moderate complexity testing may be performed. The position emphasizes attention to detail, strong math and reading skills, and reliable communication with the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 18+ if performing phlebotomy.
• Progression through career ladder II–IV requires ladder completion.
• State driver’s license valid for employment location and auto policy eligibility.
• Phlebotomy/CLA certification as defined by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical lab staff and may be responsible for collection, receipt and processing of specimens.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing and may perform waived or limited moderate complexity testing if approved.

Skills

Reading and writing

Math abilities

Effective communication

Detail oriented

Ability to follow directions

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy/CLA certification

DHS Fingerprinting Certification (or ability)

Driver's license

Job description

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.

Primary City/State

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name

General Lab-Even-Ref Lab

Work Shift

Evening

Job Category

Lab

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
• Excellent reading, writing and math abilities.
• Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
• Ability to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.
• Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must exhibit skills in exceptional customer service, good performance review and passing on-site competency evaluation and /or assessment as defined by the department.

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.

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