Clinical Lab Assistant I - Microbiology

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant I for the Microbiology-Ref Lab to support night-shift operations. You will assist in receiving and processing specimens, preparing samples, and performing waived or limited moderate complexity testing under CLIA guidelines.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with preferred phlebotomy/CLA certification and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; phlebotomy/CLA certification preferred.
• Excellent reading, writing, and math abilities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical lab staff and may collect, receipt, and process specimens into the department.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing and perform waived/limited moderate complexity testing per CLIA requirements.
• Follow established policies, procedures and regulatory standards; report to department leadership.

Skills

Reading and writing

Mathematics

Communication

Detail orientation

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy/CLA certification

Job description

## Clinical Lab Assistant I - MicrobiologyApplylocations: Sonora Quest Laboratories Corporate (424 S 56th St)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R4450607**Primary City/State:**Phoenix, Arizona**Department Name:**Microbiology-Ref Lab**Work Shift:**Night**Job Category:**Lab**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.***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.**EEO Statement:**EEO/Disabled/Veterans