Specimen Prep Technician

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Phoenix, AZ seeks a detail‑oriented Specimen Prep Technician to receive biological specimens, enter them into the laboratory system, prepare samples for analytical testing, and route them to the appropriate testing area.

This role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols; you will archive specimens after testing, support the processing flow across shifts, and report to the Specimen Processing Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must have good reading, writing and math abilities.
• Oral and written communication in English sufficient to understand instructions.
• Typing/keyboarding speed tests may be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive biological specimens into the department and enter data into the lab system.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing and distribute to the appropriate area.
• Archive specimens after testing and support workflow across shifts.

Skills

Reading & Writing

English Communication

Mathematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Typing 25 wpm

Job description

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

Specimen Proc-Ref Lab

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Lab Support

Step into a fast‑paced, hands‑on role at our corporate laboratory, where Specimen Prep Technicians keep Arizona’s largest diagnostic network moving. You’ll be the critical first touchpoint for patient samples, ensuring accuracy, quality, and smooth flow to our testing teams across multiple shift options that fit your life. This is a place where teamwork, precision, and purpose come together every day to support better health outcomes for our communities. If you’re organized, detail‑driven, and ready to grow in a dynamic lab environment, this is your opportunity to make an impact from day one.

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.

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY

Departmental responsibility only. Customers are primarily internal to the organization. Does come into contact with outside vendors, couriers, and professionals who bring specimens to the laboratory.

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.

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