Medical Lab Scientist

Sonora Quest; Phoenix (AZ); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Banner Health in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking skilled laboratorians to join our busy clinical laboratory on varied shifts. You will apply advanced technical knowledge to testing, ensure compliance with CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA, and assist with collection and processing of specimens.

We value patient-focused diagnostic care and accuracy. The position requires MLS/MT certification or equivalent, a bachelor’s in medical laboratory science or biological sciences, and phlebotomy competency;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology or chemical/biological science required.
• MLS/MT or categorical certification required; foreign educated candidates must provide credential evaluation.
• Phlebotomy competency demonstrated where applicable.

Responsabilités

• Perform testing in accordance with established policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with compliance with CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA and accreditation standards.
• May be responsible for collection, receipt, and processing of specimens.
• Serve as department resource for complex problem-solving and ensure high-quality results.

Connaissances

Phlebotomy

Formation

MLS/MT certification

Bachelor’s in medical laboratory science/medical technology

Bachelor’s in chemical/biological science

Description du poste

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Lab

We have generalist positions available on all shifts working in our busy, high volume clinical lab. We are seeking skilled laboratorians to be a part of our patient focused diagnostic care and help us to ensure we are providing the best possible diagnostic patient results as efficiently as possible. Come do great work on behalf of better health!

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility), AND EITHER
• Certification (MLS or categorical) OR a certificate of completion/letter of attestation on school letterhead documenting completion of any categorical or combination of categoricals from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program.
• Individuals working in the state of Nevada or California are required to maintain their certification throughout their time in position.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.
• For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor’s degree with one year of experience in that discipline is required.
• Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MLS/MT or categorical certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).
• Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.
• Additional related education and/or experience

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