Launch Your Lab Career: 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

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.