Technical Coordinator

Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Technical Coordinator I/II to oversee high‑level MLT/MLS duties during night shifts. You will supervise workflow, implement technical initiatives, and ensure compliance with accrediting and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes quality assurance, staff coaching, and active participation in system improvements and cross‑department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical laboratory technology or MLS with four (4) years of laboratory training or experience, or both in nonwaived testing, in the designated specialty/sub‑specialty area.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts will be reviewed to determine eligibility) with two (2) years of laboratory training or experience, or both in nonwaived testing, in the designated specialty/sub‑specialty area.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.
• For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of experience in that discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties of MLT/MLS duties as defined by the department, at a high level of competency.
• Responsible for operational leadership and workflow oversight to the section/shift.
• Integrates technical knowledge and clinical relevance into daily activity for the department.
• Under direction of Supervisor/Technical Director, implements system technical initiatives.
• Provides onsite supervision in the absence of section supervisor.

Skills

Quality-focused leadership

Laboratory supervision

Quality assurance

Regulatory compliance

Technical problem solving

Team communication

Documentation skills

Education

Associate degree in medical laboratory technology

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).

Location

Phoenix, Arizona

Department

General Lab-PM's-Ref Lab

Work Shift

Night

Job Category

Lab

Core Functions

• Performs all duties of MLT/MLS duties as defined by the department, at a high level of competency. Responsible for operational leadership and workflow oversight to the section/shift. Integrates comprehensive technical knowledge and clinical relevance into daily activity for the department. Responsible for complex problem solving of technical, computer, interdepartmental and quality issues. Under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Technical Director, responsible for implementation of system technical initiatives in their area of responsibility. Provides onsite supervision (determines schedules, manage day to day workflow and give input into an assessment or disciplinary action) in the absence of section supervisor.
• Focuses on quality by reviewing records and assuring performance of all quality control and assurance procedures. Ensures that quality control and instrumentation maintenance records are kept and documentation meets standards of accrediting and licensing agencies. Assists the Supervisor, Administrative and Technical Directors, and Technical Specialist, in the implementation of new QC/QA polices and continuous quality improvement programs in accordance with the Quality System. Active in department and LSA/SQL System quality assurance activities. Monitors and ensures compliance with accrediting agency and regulatory requirements for the laboratory. Actively participates in preparation for on-site accrediting process.
• Monitors, recognizes opportunities for improvement, and participates in improving the financial performance of the department and the SQL/LSA System to decrease costs, increase productivity, and improve service. Monitors inventory and brings related issues forward for prompt resolution. Assists with cost analysis models.
• Assists with basic personnel oversight including participation in selection, training, developing, and providing coaching under the direction of the Supervisor or appropriate Director. Assists in new employee orientation, training and competency. Provides input for competency and annual assessments for employees in appropriate time frames. Actively involved in implementing and ensuring staff completion of competency program requirements. Self-directed and motivated to seek out opportunities to contribute to projects to help the department. Coordinates and is active in at least two special projects per year within the department or SQL/LSA System, along with other miscellaneous department duties.
• Serves as a resource communication liaison for on-site and System issues. Provides access to other System resources when appropriate. Works closely with on-site management to integrate the area into other activities on-site. Interacts with co-workers with an emphasis on teamwork and a focus on customer service. Demonstrates preceptor and coaching skills and promotes a constructive environment that encourages learning and development. Demonstrates appropriate verbal and written skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
• Excellent reading, writing and math abilities.
• Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
• Ability to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.
• Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must exhibit skills in exceptional customer service, good performance review and passing on-site competency evaluation and /or assessment as defined by the department.

Minimum Qualifications

Technical Coordinator I

• Associate degree in a medical laboratory technology, medical laboratory science or clinical laboratory science with four (4) years of laboratory training or experience, or both in nonwaived testing, in the designated specialty/sub‑specialty area OR
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts will be reviewed to determine eligibility) with two (2) years of laboratory training or experience, or both in nonwaived testing, in the designated specialty/sub‑specialty area.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.
• For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of experience in that discipline is required.

Technical Coordinator II

• Bachelor’s Degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility) AND certification (MLS or categorical).
• Two (2) years’ experience in nonwaived testing in the designated specialty/sub‑specialty area.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.
• For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor’s degree with four (4) years of experience in that discipline is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional related education and/or experience.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.