Medical Laboratory Scientist / ...

American Medical Technologists; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Technologists is seeking a knowledgeable lab technologist for our North Phoenix lab. The role supports afternoons/evenings, with potential to float to other metro labs, and requires autonomous, detail-focused performance in a large integrated lab system.

Minimum qualifications include an accredited degree or equivalent CLIA training, with phlebotomy competency and certification upkeep in relevant states. EEO/drug-free workplace policies apply.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent training as defined by CLIA.
• Certification maintenance in NV/CA required during employment.
• Foreign-educated candidates must provide credential evaluation and translation.
• Demonstrated phlebotomy competency where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived and non-waived laboratory tests per CLIA 88 and internal procedures.
• Supports department compliance with accrediting/regulatory bodies (CLIA, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).
• May collect, receive and process biological specimens into the lab.
• Operates with limited supervision and adheres to established policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Hematology

Urinalysis

Chemistry

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science

Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science

Equivalent laboratory training per CLIA 42CFR493.1489/1491

Job description

Primary City/State

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name

Work Shift

Day

Job Category

Lab

We are looking for a knowledgeable lab tech with strong chemistry, hematology, and urinalysis testing experience to work at our lab in north Phoenix. This role will work afternoons and evenings and may float to other labs in the metro and will work autonomously on a consistent basis. We need a self-directed, detailed laboratorian who is looking to join an outstanding team and a company with stability and longevity as one of the nation's largest integrated laboratory systems in the nation.

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.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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