PRN Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist

ZipRecruiter; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Medical Services is seeking a part-time Medical Laboratory Technician in Phoenix, AZ. The role includes specimen handling, test performance, and reporting. Join a dedicated team aimed at assisting individuals with substance use disorders in a supportive environment, while enjoying a flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid sick leave

401K retirement plan with match

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to an associate degree or three months experience in high complexity testing.
• Must hold certification as MLT or equivalent specialty.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Completes specimen handling, processing, and analyses.
• Operates data entry terminals and maintains laboratory quality control.
• Prepares laboratory specimens and documents all actions.

Skills

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Doctoral, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in laboratory science or equivalent

Board certification as Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory instruments/analyzers

Job description

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Please note this role is Part-Time/PRN and flexible on hours day or evening

Community Medical Services (CMS) is hiring a Medical Laboratory Technician. Under the direction of the Technical Director, in conjunction with the Director of Laboratory Operations, the Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting test results, as authorized within their scope of employment.

As you join our mission to help those suffering from substance use disorders reclaim their lives, expect to thrive in a comfortable, welcoming, and fun environment where you are valued for the work you do, championed by passionate leaders, and equipped with the tools and ongoing training you need to achieve your goals.

Along the way, we’ll invest in your well-being through a benefits package for part-time employees that includes:

• Paid sick
• 401K retirement plan with match

Responsibilities:

• Completes specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results and proficiency testing
• Performs testing in an accurate and timely manner according to established policies and performance standards with a knowledge level determined for that testing including the application of theory and the clinical relevance testing
• Prepares laboratory specimens for designated analysis and testing and routes specimens to the staging area
• Completes all paperwork and technical/non-technical procedures required to process, submit, and analyze specimens
• Assigns specific computer-generated identification numbers, checks for accuracy, and records all items processed
• Operates data entry terminals and automated data systems, follows standard sequences/coding when entering data and corrects, edits, and verifies data entered into automated systems
• Performs specimen audits to resolve outstanding problems
• Performs general housekeeping tasks necessary to maintain the integrity of the laboratory
• Adheres to laboratory quality control policies and documents quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance
• Follows laboratory policies if test systems are not within the established acceptable levels of performance
• Identifies and resolves problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specification

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Education, Certification and Experience Requirements

• Doctoral, master’s, bachelor’s degree in laboratory science OR education equivalent to an associate degree AND graduated from a clinical laboratory training program OR has three months of experience in each specialty of a high complexity testing performed
• Board certification as indicated by education level; at minimum, must hold certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or equivalent specialty certification.
• Problem solving, conflict resolution, and strong customer service skills
• Passion, humility, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively between all organizational levels and with outside providers
• Adheres to and enforces company policies and procedures

Tools and Equipment Requirements

• The ability to use a phone, computer, printer, and copier is required.
• Frequent use of Microsoft office products, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• The ability to use the internet and various web browser software is required.
• Operation of pipetting devices to manipulate clinical specimens and chemical reagents
• Use of laboratory instruments/analyzers to perform clinical analyses
• Proper use of personal protective equipment

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About Community Medical Services

Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF accredited addiction treatment program providing services in the form of outpatient medication-assisted treatment and one on one and group counseling to those seeking help with their opioid use disorder. Headquartered in Arizona with more than 70 treatment clinics in eleven states, CMS is dedicated to meeting the challenges presented by the growing opioid epidemic in communities where treatment is lacking.

Our Commitment

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , status, , , , protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Other Conditions

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.