Medical Lab Scientist

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona is hiring generalist laboratorians for all shifts in our busy clinical lab in Phoenix. You will support high-volume testing and patient-focused care.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or related field and MLS/categorical certification, with phlebotomy skills and knowledge of regulatory requirements.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative, team‑oriented work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology or related field.
• MLS or a categorical certification required; foreign credentials considered.
• Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy and familiarity with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform department testing with high accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA and accreditation standards.
• Assist with specimen collection, receipt, and processing per policy.
• Provide a resources support role and act as a department liaison.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Technical knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology

MLS or categorical certification

Job description

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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