Medical Lab Techician

Banner Health; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking generalist laboratorians for a busy, high-volume clinical lab in Phoenix. You will perform waived and non-waived tests under supervision and help ensure regulatory compliance. There is potential responsibility for specimen collection and processing.

Ideal candidates have an appropriate laboratory degree (or equivalent training) and phlebotomy skills, with a focus on accurate, timely results and patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in laboratory science or Bachelor’s degree in chemical/biological science.
• Equivalent laboratory training meeting CLIA rules 42CFR493.1489/1491 or military medical training may apply.
• Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA ‘88.
• Assist with department compliance with accrediting/regulatory requirements (CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).
• May collect, receipt, and process biological specimens into the lab.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Lab techniques

Quality control

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science

Bachelor's degree in chemical/biological science

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 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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