Medical Laboratory Technician

Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Inc.; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope in Goodyear, AZ, seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform routine and complex tests and report results to support optimal patient care. The role includes specimen processing, quality control, equipment maintenance, and potential on-call coverage with evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field and ASCP or AMT certification (or eligible). City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in Medical Technology, Biological Sciences or related field.
• Certification by ASCP or AMT or eligibility to sit for the exam within 18 months of hire.
• Clinical laboratory experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine and complex laboratory tests and report results.
• Conduct equipment maintenance, calibration and quality control testing per procedures.
• Handle specimen transport and processing for in-house and reference testing.
• Answer calls, review logs and support department operations.
• Be available for on-call shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Specimen handling

On-call coordination

Education

Associate’s Degree in Medical Technology or Biological Sciences

Tools

ASCP/AMT certification eligibility

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

***Shift- Either 4-10’s: M-Th 7:00AM-5:30PM...OR...5-8’s M-Fri 7:00AM-3:30PM***

The Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for accurately performing a variety of routine and complex laboratory tests and reporting results within the expected turnaround time to assist healthcare providers delivering the most optimal patient outcomes. Performs, as assigned, all required equipment maintenance, calibration and quality control testing per departmental procedures. Must be available to sign-up for on-call shifts and provide coverage for other shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed. Performs a variety of tasks including specimen transport, specimen processing for in-house and send-out testing for reference laboratories, answering telephone calls, reviewing pending logs, etc.

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education: Associate’s Degree in Medical Technology, Biological Sciences or related field from an accredited college or university.

Req. Certification/Licensure:

Certification required (ASCP or AMT) or eligible to take exam. Must successfully complete certification (ASCP or AMT) within 18 months of hire.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.