Senior Chemistry Lab Specialist – Onsite Lead

Phoenix Children's; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's is seeking a Lab Technical Specialist – Chemistry to lead the chemistry section, ensuring compliant, high‑quality operations. The role works closely with section directors to implement new assays, oversee QA, and manage inventory and equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in medical laboratory science, ASCP certification in chemistry or eligible within a year, and at least four years of clinical chemistry experience, with strong SOP and LIS validation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or related field.
• MLS/SC/C chemistry certification with ASCP or equivalent; eligible within 1 year preferred.
• At least 4 years’ chemistry testing experience in a clinical lab.
• Experience with new equipment/assay implementation and SOP creation/review.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations of chemistry section; ensure high-quality daily work.
• Perform patient testing, QC testing, and instrument maintenance per policy.
• Validate middleware/LIS and participate in inspections and audits.
• Develop and update SOPs; provide training and competency assessment.
• Collaborate with section directors and leadership to improve processes.
• Monitor budgets, inventory, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Chemistry testing

SOP creation/review

Quality assurance

Equipment maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science

Tools

LIS middleware validation

Job description

Phoenix Children's is seeking a Lab Technical Specialist – Chemistry to lead the chemistry section, ensuring compliant, high‑quality operations. The role works closely with section directors to implement new assays, oversee QA, and manage inventory and equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in medical laboratory science, ASCP certification in chemistry or eligible within a year, and at least four years of clinical chemistry experience, with strong SOP and LIS validation skills.