Clinical Lab Assistant I

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona • Yakima, WA

7d

About The Position

This position assists technical laboratory staff and may be responsible for collecting, receiving, and processing biological specimens; preparing samples for analytical testing; and performing waived and/or limited moderate-complexity testing when CLIA minimum requirements are met or as approved by the CLIA Medical Director. The position reports to department leadership and takes direction from higher-level technical personnel.

All functions must be performed according to established policies and procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years or older if performing phlebotomy.
• Phlebotomy/CLA certification as defined by state regulations.
• Personal maturity and responsibility.
• Excellent reading, writing, and math abilities.
• Effective oral and written communication sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
• Ability to perform detailed work, work with frequent interruptions, multitask, problem-solve, and memorize information.
• Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Detail orientation and exceptional organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills, a good performance review, and passing on-site competency evaluation and/or assessment as defined by the department.
• Position may require DHS Fingerprinting Certification or the ability to obtain fingerprint certification.
• Depending on department and location, must possess a valid state driver's license in the state of employment and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
• Progression through career ladder II–IV is subject to completion of career ladder requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous clinical laboratory experience.
• Successful completion of a laboratory assistant program.
• Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and handling.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical laboratory staff.
• Collect, receive, and process biological specimens into the department, as applicable.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing.
• Perform waived and/or limited moderate-complexity testing when CLIA minimum requirements are met or as approved by the CLIA Medical Director.
• Perform all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
• Take direction from higher-level technical personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED