Night-Shift Medical Lab Tech: Precision Testing & Impact

Socket.dev; Arizona; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Apache Junction, Arizona, is seeking a clinical laboratory technician to perform waived and non-waived tests under CLIA '88 supervision. The role involves startup, calibration, and ensuring regulatory compliance with accrediting bodies.

You may handle specimen collection and processing while maintaining accuracy and productivity. Qualifications include an associate or bachelor in lab science, or equivalent CLIA‑compliant training, with preferred phlebotomy competency.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing in an accurate and timely manner according to established policies and performance standards with a knowledge level determined for that testing.
• Recognizes and ensures validity of abnormal patient and/or QC results for testing.
• Ensures the appropriate use of supplies and materials and assists with inventory management.
• Self-directed and motivated to contribute to projects identified by the supervisor.
• Communicates courteously, professionally, effectively and accurately with internal and external customers.
• May process and prepare patient samples as required including specimen collection, processing, and referral laboratory processing.

Skills

Phlebotomy competency

Laboratory testing knowledge

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology

Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science

Equivalent laboratory training per CLIA 42CFR493.1489

Credentials per 42CFR493.1491 / US military training

Job description

Socket.dev in Apache Junction, Arizona, is seeking a clinical laboratory technician to perform waived and non-waived tests under CLIA '88 supervision. The role involves startup, calibration, and ensuring regulatory compliance with accrediting bodies.

You may handle specimen collection and processing while maintaining accuracy and productivity. Qualifications include an associate or bachelor in lab science, or equivalent CLIA‑compliant training, with preferred phlebotomy competency.