Night Shift Clinical Lab Assistant – Specimen Processing

Sonora Quest; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Lab Assistant to assist with the collection, receipt and processing of specimens. You will prepare samples for testing, and may perform waived or limited moderate complexity testing per CLIA guidelines.

The role supports patient care in a high‑throughput diagnostic lab environment. The position emphasizes accuracy, safe handling of blood and body fluids, and multitasking under supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, 18+ for phlebotomy duties.
• Phlebotomy/CLA certification as defined by state regulations.
• Strong reading, writing and math abilities.
• Ability to work with interruptions and multi‑task in a clinical lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical lab staff with collection, receipt and processing of specimens.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing and ensure proper labeling and handling.
• May perform waived or limited moderate complexity testing as allowed by CLIA.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy/CLA certification

Job description

Sonora Quest in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Lab Assistant to assist with the collection, receipt and processing of specimens. You will prepare samples for testing, and may perform waived or limited moderate complexity testing per CLIA guidelines.

The role supports patient care in a high‑throughput diagnostic lab environment. The position emphasizes accuracy, safe handling of blood and body fluids, and multitasking under supervision.