MLT/MLS Blood Bank Nights

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA ’88 accurately and timely, with supervision. Assists with department compliance with applicable laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements, including CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, and OSHA. May collect, receive, and process biological specimens. Performs work according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards. Personnel report to the department supervisor.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following eligibility criteria: an associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; a bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science; equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489; or other criteria defined in 42CFR493.1489 or 42CFR493.1491, including US military medical laboratory procedures training courses.
• Foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF or another nationally recognized credentialing agency and a translated diploma for eligibility review.
• Demonstrated phlebotomy competency in departments where applicable.
• Exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
• Have excellent reading, writing, and math abilities and communicate effectively in oral and written formats.
• Be able to perform detailed work, manage interruptions and multiple tasks, solve problems, and memorize information.
• Be able to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and basic computer skills.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service, receive a good performance review, and pass the department’s on-site competency evaluation and/or assessment.
• For employees working in Nevada or California, maintain certification throughout employment in the position.

Nice To Haves

• MLT certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, or AAB).
• Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and medical terminology.
• Previous phlebotomy and specimen-processing experience.
• Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived and non-waived laboratory tests accurately and in a timely manner under supervision.
• Assist with compliance with laboratory accreditation and regulatory requirements, including CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, and OSHA.
• Collect, receive, and process biological specimens when applicable.
• Perform all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree