Specimen Prep Technician

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Specimen Processing Technician to support the lab’s night shift operations. You will receive biological specimens, enter data into the LIMS, prepare samples for testing, and route specimens to the correct analytical area.

The role requires accuracy, good organizational skills, and adherence to safety protocols; training to meet competency within six months is provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 18.
• Good reading, writing and math abilities are required.
• Oral and written communication skills sufficient to understand written and spoken instructions in English.
• Good organization skills are also required.
• Must meet all training competency qualifications for Specimen Preparation Technician within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Receive biological specimens into the department.
• Enter specimens into the company computer system.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing.
• Distribute specimens to the proper analytical area.
• Archive specimens after testing.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

English communication

Organizational skills

Training within 6 months

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

Procurement-BUMCP

Work Shift:

Night

Job Category:

Lab Support

Join one of Arizona’s leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. Whether you’re beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting. Come do great work on behalf of better health!

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the receipt of biological specimens into the department, their proper entry into the company’s computer system, the preparation of samples for analytical testing, the distribution of these specimens to the proper analytical area, and archiving specimens after testing. This position reports to Specimen Processing Supervisor, and takes direction from Senior Specimen Preparation Technicians, and Specimen Preparation Coordinators.

SHIFT

Monday-Wednesday 0000-1030, rotating weekends and holidays

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids. Able to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone. May require periodic use of personal computer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age requirement of 18.
• Good reading, writing and math abilities are required.
• Oral and written communication skills sufficient to understand written and spoken instructions in English.
• Good organization skills are also required.
• Must meet all training competency qualifications for Specimen Preparation Technician within six months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Six (6) months’ experience in a laboratory or key encoding environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent GED exam or other means.
• Typing/keyboarding skills of minimum 25 wpm, demonstrated by completion of a typing/keyboarding test.

DATE APPROVED

08/06/2023

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