Medical Laboratory Scientist Chemistry

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and more, ensuring accurate and timely results for patient diagnosis and treatment.

You will operate and maintain instruments, perform quality control, interpret results, and report critical values to caregivers while upholding regulatory standards and a strong scientific foundation.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in a biological or chemical science per CLIA.
• ASCP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to SOPs to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and testing within turn‑around‑time limits.
• Ensures major automated equipment is operational by maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting; contacts vendors for assistance or repair.
• Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records.
• Performs proficiency testing and reviews results with laboratory clinical leaders.
• Assists in evaluation and documentation for validation of new procedures and equipment.

Education

Bachelor Of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA

Tools

ASCP

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Medical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.

Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem‑solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.

• Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn‑around‑time limits
• Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
• Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters
• Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
• Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelors Of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA

Preferred

• ASCP

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life‑changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders In Specialized Care

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world‑renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well‑being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Pay Range

$30.91 - $45.98 /hour