Medical Lab Techician

Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona in Phoenix is seeking skilled laboratorians to perform waived and non-waived tests in a high-volume clinical laboratory, delivering accurate diagnostic results for patient care.

In this role you will support compliance with CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP and OSHA, assist with specimen collection, receipt and processing, and work under supervision to maintain quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet CLIA-qualified education or training requirements.
• Maintain certification in applicable states (NV/CA) while employed.
• Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy.
• Foreign educated candidates require credential evaluation/translation.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived and non-waived tests accurately and timely.
• Assist with compliance to CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA.
• Receive, collect, and process biological specimens.
• Follow policies and professional standards.

Skills

Phlebotomy competency

Compliance with lab regulations

Education

Associate degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science

Equivalent laboratory training and CLIA experience

US military medical laboratory procedures training courses

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

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