Clinical Lab Assistant I

Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Tucson, AZ, seeks a Laboratory Assistant to assist technical staff with specimen collection and processing. You will prepare samples for testing and may run waived or limited moderate complexity tests under supervision.

The role reports to department leadership and requires adherence to CLIA and safety standards, with opportunities for growth in a leading diagnostic lab.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and must be 18+ if performing phlebotomy.
• Phlebotomy/CLA certification as defined by state regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility for company auto insurance.
• Fingerprinting certification may be required by DHS.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical lab staff with collection, receipt and processing of specimens.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing and perform waived or limited moderate tests when qualified.
• Follow established policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate findings clearly and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy/CLA certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Primary City/State

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name

Procurement-BUMCS

Work Shift

Day

Job Category

Lab

Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life‑saving medical testing and patient care. Whether you're beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands‑on impact and career growth in a high‑demand healthcare setting. Come do great work on behalf of better health!

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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

Able to stand, walk, bend, swat, reach and stretch frequently. Use material handling equipment to push and/or pull up to 75 pounds and required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds. Requires manual dexterity. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical, electrical and biological hazards. Ability to distinguish colors and to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly. Requires use of computer, printers, copiers, telephone, fax and department specific equipment.

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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