Medical Lab Scientist I

Sonora Quest; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Fort Collins, CO seeks an on-call Medical Laboratory Scientist to support the Gen Lab-Ft Collins department. The role involves processing specimens, performing bench testing, and ensuring compliance with CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA standards.

The candidate will work evenings, contribute to quality control, and provide dependable laboratory support across general benches as needed. A MLS/MT degree with appropriate certification is required, with state certification

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology or chemistry/biology.
• Certification (MLS or categorical) or completion of categoricals from an MLS program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with department compliance with CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA requirements as needed.
• Process, receipt and handling of biological specimens in the laboratory.
• Perform general laboratory bench work as assigned.

Job description

Primary City/State:

Fort Collins, Colorado

Department Name:

Gen Lab-Ft Collins

Work Shift:

Evening

Job Category:

Lab

On call medical lab scientist needed for our Banner Fort Collins facility. This position will work all general laboratory benches.

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

Estimated Pay Range:

$31.75 – $52.91 / hour

Sonora Quest Laboratories/Laboratory Sciences of Arizona (SQL/LSA) is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Sonora Quest Laboratories/Laboratory Sciences of Arizona (SQL/LSA) in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):

2026-12-08

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