Medical Lab Technician

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories Corporate in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Medical Lab Technician to perform waived and non-waived tests under CLIA guidelines. You will ensure accuracy and timeliness, assist with regulatory compliance, and handle specimen collection, receipt and processing.

The role requires an accredited degree as described in CLIA criteria, strong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology or equivalent CLIA-defined training.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science qualifies.
• Equivalent laboratory training meeting CLIA 42CFR493.1489 or 1491 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived and non-waived tests per CLIA '88.
• Assist with compliance to accrediting agencies (CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).
• Collect, receive, and process specimens into the laboratory.
• Follow department policies, procedures, and on-site competency evaluations.

Skills

Mature professional

Reading writing skills

Effective communication

Detail orientation

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science

Bachelor’s degree in chemical/biological science

CLIA-related training/competence

Job description

## Medical Lab TechnicianApply: Sonora Quest Laboratories Corporate (424 S 56th St): Full time: Posted Today: R4454483**Primary City/State:**Phoenix, Arizona**Department Name:**General Lab-Days-Ref Lab**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Lab**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.* **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES*** Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.* Excellent reading, writing and math abilities.* Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.* Ability to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.* Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.* Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills.* Basic computer skills.* Must exhibit skills in exceptional customer service, good performance review and passing on-site competency evaluation and /or assessment as defined by the department. **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.