Medical Lab Techician

Sonora Quest Laboratories; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Phoenix, AZ seeks skilled laboratorians to perform waived and non-waived tests while upholding CLIA 88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA standards. The team focuses on delivering accurate diagnostic results in a high-volume setting.

The role may involve specimen collection and processing; reporting to department supervisor; requires degree in lab science or CLIA-equivalent training and phlebotomy competency.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in lab science or equivalent CLIA training is required.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide credential evaluation from IERF or equivalent.
• Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA '88 under supervision.
• Assists with department compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements (CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).
• May be responsible for collection, receipt, and processing of specimens in the lab.

Skills

Phlebotomy competency

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in lab science

Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science

CLIA-equivalent training/experience

Job description

Primary City/State

Phoenix, Arizona

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 performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA '88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision. Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). Personnel report to department supervisor. 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

• Applicant must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:
• Associate degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or
• Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts will be reviewed to determine eligibility).
• Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489, or
• Meet other criteria defined in 42CFR493.1489 or 42CFR493.1491 (including US military medical laboratory procedures training courses)
• 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 and translated diploma.
• Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• MLT 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.

DATE APPROVED

05/26/2024

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.