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Sonora Quest

Medical Lab Technician I

Sonora Quest, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85034


Primary City/State:Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:General Lab-Days-Ref Lab

Work Shift:Day

Job Category:Lab

We are looking for a day shiftmedical lab technician to work in a busy production environment to help ensure excellent patient diagnostic care. Come do great work on behalf of better health!

POSITION SUMMARYThis position performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by CLIA ‘88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision.

Assists with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA).

Personnel report to department supervisor. May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSApplicant must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:Associate degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts will be reviewed to determine eligibility).

Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation

42CFR493.1489 , or

Meet 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 (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility and translated diploma.

Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMLT certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).

Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.

Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.

Additional related education and/or experience.

DATE APPROVED

05/26/2024

EEO Statement:EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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Medical Lab Technician I at Sonora Quest summary:The Medical Lab Technician I performs waived and non-waived tests to ensure high-quality patient diagnostic care in a fast-paced laboratory environment. This role involves collecting, receiving, and processing biological specimens while adhering to necessary regulatory and accreditation standards. Candidates must possess relevant educational qualifications and demonstrate proficiency in laboratory practices, along with preferred certifications such as MLT.

Keywords:Medical Lab Technician, Laboratory tests, Patient diagnostics, Biological specimens, CLIA compliance, Medical technology, Healthcare, Laboratory accreditation, Phlebotomy, Diagnostic care