Specimen Prep Technician — Fast-Paced Lab Support

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

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.