Clinical Lab Assistant I

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

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Sonora Quest, an Arizona diagnostic laboratory, in a hands-on role supporting medical testing and patient care. The Clinical Lab Assistant I assists technical laboratory staff and may collect, receive, and process biological specimens; prepare samples for analytical testing; and perform waived and/or limited moderate-complexity testing if 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.

The role requires performing all duties according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards. It is based in Phoenix, Arizona, in the Technical Logistics-Ref Lab department, and works an evening shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old if performing phlebotomy.
• Phlebotomy/CLA certification as defined by state regulations.
• Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
• Excellent reading, writing, and math abilities.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
• Ability to perform detailed work, manage frequent interruptions, multitask, problem solve, and memorize information.
• Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills, a good performance review, and successful completion of an on-site competency evaluation and/or assessment as defined by the department.
• Must obtain DHS Fingerprinting Certification if required by the position.
• If required by department/location, must have a valid state driver's license in the state of employment and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.

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 assigned.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing.
• Perform waived and/or limited moderate-complexity testing when CLIA 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