Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Technician - Blood Bank

Sonora Quest Laboratories; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories is seeking an MLS or MLT to join their busy Blood Bank, performing critical tests to ensure patient care. Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees or certifications, strong phlebotomy skills, and a commitment to quality patient diagnostics. This position offers a dynamic work environment in one of the largest Blood Banks in Phoenix.

Qualifications

• Meet criteria for laboratory science degrees or equivalent training.
• Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in applicable departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived and non-waived tests accurately and timely.
• Assist with department compliance with laboratory accrediting agencies.

Skills

Competency in phlebotomy

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in laboratory science

Job description

We are seeking either an MLS or MLT to work in our Transfusion Medicine / Blood Bank in the most exciting, biggest Blood Banks in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. This unique opportunity provides a variety of Blood Bank testing including, but limited to Blood Typing, Antibody identification, Eluate testing, Direct Antiglobulin Testing, and Antibody Titers. There is never a dull moment in our Blood Bank as we are the busiest Trauma Level One Hospital in the Valley. If you love being busy and love feeling fulfilled by the work you do, this Blood Bank is the place for you!

Sonora Quest Laboratories, a joint venture between Banner Health and Quest Diagnostics, is one of the nation's largest integrated laboratory system with approximately 3,800 employees, performing more than 97 million diagnostic tests per year. We are CAP accredited and are the only healthcare company ever to receive our state's highest quality award, the Arizona Governor's Award for Quality .

We are seeking knowledgeable, resourceful, and adaptable employees who enjoy busy work environments, problem solving, and innovative process improvement. We want to have the best possible impact in patient diagnostic outcomes and are looking for likeminded, patient focused folks who genuinely care about patient care.

Come do great work on behalf of better health! You belong here!

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)
• 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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Medical Laboratory Scientist • Phoenix, United States