Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Technician

Sonora Quest Laboratories; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a knowledgeable lab technician with strong chemistry, hematology, and urinalysis testing experience. The role works afternoons and evenings and may float to other metro labs, requiring autonomous, detail‑oriented work.

You will perform waived and non‑waived tests under CLIA guidelines, assist with accreditation and compliance, and handle specimen collection and processing as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated phlebotomy competency.
• CLIA-compliant testing experience preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adhere to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived and non-waived tests per CLIA '88 accurately and timely.
• Assist with department compliance to accreditation/regulatory requirements (CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).
• May collect, receipt, and process biological specimens into the laboratory.
• Work autonomously and maintain detailed records.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Autonomy

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science

Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science

Equivalent CLIA training/experience

Credential evaluation (IERF)

Job description

Primary City/State

Phoenix, Arizona

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.

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